Respiratory Therapist - Rehab Center Leader

Apploi; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CareRite Centers seeks a highly motivated Respiratory Therapist to join our rehab facility. The RT will assess, diagnose, and develop treatment plans for long-term cardio-pulmonary and respiratory patients, coordinating with nursing and therapy teams.

Responsibilities include maintaining documentation, ensuring regulatory compliance, and contributing to program development while delivering high-quality patient care with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of the respiratory community.
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills.
• Skills applicable to clinical discipline.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of current payment system.
• Knowledge and ability to carry out strategic operational plans.
• Basic knowledge of Minimal Data Set.
• Knowledge of respiratory disease and diseases that affect the respiratory system.
• Ability to use respiratory therapy equipment.
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in devising, installing and interpreting rules, regulations, policies, or procedures.
• Ability to supervise staff of professional, technical, and clerical subordinates in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.
• Ability to express ideas and information clearly, concisely, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, superiors, and officials of other departments.
• Program development and implementation.
• Management and administration of therapies as prescribed by a physician and according to the standard procedure.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains systems that enhance the facility’s reputation for Respiratory Therapy.
• Oversees compliance with policies, procedures, standards, and protocols.
• Monitors financial performance of the department and seeks improvement opportunities.
• Contributes to professional development of self and staff.
• Builds and maintains an interdisciplinary approach to patient care.
• Ensures safe working practices and maintains equipment in safe order.
• Documents thoroughly per regulatory and billing requirements.
• Demonstrates leadership in rehab team conferences and care planning.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Clinical discipline

Medical terminology

Respiratory knowledge

Equipment operation

Decision making

Team supervision

Policy interpretation

Education

Accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Current state license

Job description

CareRite Centers seeks a highly motivated Respiratory Therapist to join our rehab facility. The RT will assess, diagnose, and develop treatment plans for long-term cardio-pulmonary and respiratory patients, coordinating with nursing and therapy teams.

Responsibilities include maintaining documentation, ensuring regulatory compliance, and contributing to program development while delivering high-quality patient care with a focus on safety and efficiency.