Respiratory Therapist – Rehab & Skilled Nursing (FT)

The Grand Pavilion for Rehabilitation and Nursing at Rockville Centre; Herricks (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

CareRite Centers in New York seeks a Respiratory Therapist (RT) to assess and treat long‑term patients with cardio‑pulmonary and respiratory needs. You will develop treatment plans, supervise therapy operations, and contribute to interdisciplinary care within a skilled nursing setting.

Ideal candidates demonstrate strong communication, leadership, and clinical expertise, with a focus on quality documentation and patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of respiratory community.
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills.
• Skills applicable to clinical discipline.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains systems enhancing the facility’s reputation for respiratory therapy.
• Oversee department operations, policies, procedures and compliance.
• Improve revenue, productivity and gross profit margins for respiratory therapy.
• Provide patient treatments and document progress accurately.
• Maintain licensure and support staff development and education.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and discharge planners.
• Ensure safe working practices and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Respiratory knowledge

Clinical skills

Job description

CareRite Centers in New York seeks a Respiratory Therapist (RT) to assess and treat long‑term patients with cardio‑pulmonary and respiratory needs. You will develop treatment plans, supervise therapy operations, and contribute to interdisciplinary care within a skilled nursing setting.

Ideal candidates demonstrate strong communication, leadership, and clinical expertise, with a focus on quality documentation and patient outcomes.