Respiratory Therapist - Patient Care & Transition Specialist

Theradynamics; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Theradynamics seeks an experienced Respiratory Therapist to plan, organize, and manage respiratory services within the facility. You will deliver respiratory care, educate residents, and liaise with the hospital for smooth patient transitions.

Duties include initial assessments and documenting in medical records. The role requires NY license, Associate's degree in respiratory care, and strong communication with diverse residents and families.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in respiratory care as recognized by the NY State Board.
• Two years full-time acute care hospital PFT lab experience including at least 1 year PFT lab management experience.
• New York State respiratory therapist license.
• Registered by NBRC with computer competency, including Windows and pulmonary function software.

Responsibilities

• Administers therapeutic gases, aerosols and humidification per physician's order.
• Caps and decannulates tracheostomy residents and monitors effectiveness.
• Performs BiPAP and CPAP therapy and monitors compliance.
• Performs initial respiratory assessments and implements orders from sending facility.
• Performs standard pulmonary function tests under medical staff direction.
• Maintains communication with Medical Director and Nurse Practitioner regarding procedure effectiveness.
• Gathers information for preadmission screens and plans equipment needs for smooth transitions.
• Provides education to residents/patients/families on incentive spirometry and breathing maneuvers.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

CPR

Critical thinking

Effective communication

Education

Associate's Degree in respiratory care

Tools

Microsoft Windows

PFT software

Job description

Theradynamics seeks an experienced Respiratory Therapist to plan, organize, and manage respiratory services within the facility. You will deliver respiratory care, educate residents, and liaise with the hospital for smooth patient transitions.

Duties include initial assessments and documenting in medical records. The role requires NY license, Associate's degree in respiratory care, and strong communication with diverse residents and families.