Respiratory Therapist - Pulmonary Program Leader

Shelby Oaks Post Acute; Memphis, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Shelby Oaks Post Acute in Memphis, TN, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to evaluate, treat, and care for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders under the direction of the Respiratory Department Head.

You will lead the new pulmonary program, assess and administer therapies, supervise technicians, ensure timely documentation, and maintain equipment while upholding high standards of patient care and safety.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in respiratory therapy from an accredited program.
• Minimum 6 months of experience in a skilled nursing facility.
• Current Tennessee respiratory therapist license.
• National Provider BLS or CPR certification upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the new pulmonary program, ensuring effective treatments and compliant documentation.
• Assess patients and recommend appropriate respiratory therapy treatments.
• Administer doctor-recommended respiratory therapy treatments.
• Plan, prepare, and administer IPPB, aerosol therapy, chest physiotherapy, incentive spirometry, and sputum inductions.
• Perform diagnostic pulmonary and cardiac tests.
• Inspect, test, maintain, and operate respiratory therapy equipment.
• Respond to code blue emergencies, maintain airways, and perform CPR.
• Instruct and supervise respiratory technicians.
• Ensure patient care documentation is timely, legible, concise, and meets departmental standards.
• Use resources and materials efficiently and safely.
• Perform all duties promptly with competence and care.
• Maintain a neat appearance and adhere to facility dress code policies.

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

Tennessee Respiratory Therapist license

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

Shelby Oaks Post Acute in Memphis, TN, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to evaluate, treat, and care for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders under the direction of the Respiratory Department Head.

You will lead the new pulmonary program, assess and administer therapies, supervise technicians, ensure timely documentation, and maintain equipment while upholding high standards of patient care and safety.