Respiratory Therapist – Rehab & Skilled Nursing Care

Quality Center for Rehabilitation and Healing; Smyrna (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Quality Center for Rehabilitation and Healing in Smyrna, TN is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist for our Skilled Nursing facility. The RT will assess, diagnose, and treat long-term cardio-pulmonary and respiratory conditions as part of a collaborative care team.

The role requires current state licensure, an accredited RT program, and proven communication skills to support high-quality patient outcomes within a multidisciplinary setting.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Must possess and maintain a current license in the state of practice.
• Experience in a rehab center or long-term care setting preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains systems to enhance the facility’s reputation as a premier respiratory therapy provider.
• Monitor financial performance of the Respiratory Therapy department and pursue cost-effective improvements.
• Provide patient treatments and develop treatment plans with interdisciplinary teams.
• Ensure safe practices and compliant documentation per policy and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Respiratory terminology

Clinical knowledge

Education

Accredited RT program

State license

Tools

Respiratory therapy equipment

Job description

Quality Center for Rehabilitation and Healing in Smyrna, TN is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist for our Skilled Nursing facility. The RT will assess, diagnose, and treat long-term cardio-pulmonary and respiratory conditions as part of a collaborative care team.

The role requires current state licensure, an accredited RT program, and proven communication skills to support high-quality patient outcomes within a multidisciplinary setting.