Respiratory Therapist – Per Diem

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Wellness programs

Employee support

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to assess patient needs, plan and implement treatments, and collaborate with the healthcare team. The role includes aerosolized medications, oxygen therapy, and airway management including mechanical ventilation.

Strong communication and adherence to safety protocols are essential, with opportunities for professional growth in a clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a respiratory therapy program.
• Proficient with airway management and advanced equipment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of safety and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough patient assessments and establish care plans.
• Administer therapeutic modalities and manage ventilators.
• Educate patients and families on disease management.
• Assist with intra-hospital transport and emergency airway interventions.
• Support medical procedures including bronchoscopy and line placement.
• Maintain compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Specialty training

Ventilator management

Communication

Teamwork

Protocol adherence

Education

Respiratory therapy program

Tools

Ventilators

Job description

Role Overview:

This position involves assessing patient respiratory needs, planning, performing, and evaluating treatments, and collaborating with the healthcare team. The Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT) provides routine therapies such as aerosolized medications, oxygen, and airway management, including mechanical ventilation. Responsibilities include patient assessment, care plan development, emergency airway management, arterial blood gas collection, and assisting with procedures like bronchoscopy and invasive monitoring. The role requires adherence to safety standards, regulatory compliance, and maintaining patient confidentiality.

Key Duties:

• Perform thorough patient assessments and establish care plans.
• Administer therapeutic modalities and manage mechanical ventilators.
• Educate patients and families on disease management.
• Assist with intra-hospital transport and emergency airway interventions.
• Support medical procedures, including bronchoscopy and monitoring line placement.
• Maintain compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications & Skills:

Proven respiratory therapy experience, graduate from a specialty training program, and proficiency with advanced equipment. Strong communication, teamwork, and adherence to protocols are essential.

Work Environment & Benefits:

The role is performed in a clinical setting with opportunities for professional growth, mentorship, and community involvement. Benefits include healthcare coverage, wellness programs, and employee support services.