Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Kadima Healthcare; Greenville (PA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Kadima Rehabilitation & Nursing at Greenville in Greenville, PA is seeking a qualified Respiratory Therapist to join our team. The RT will provide high-quality respiratory care, including ventilator management, oxygen therapy, and ABG interpretation, while educating patients and their families about care options.

Qualified candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy, RRT certification, and current BLS, with hospital experience preferred, ideally in long-term care settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Experience working in a hospital setting, preferably in a long-term care facility.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care to patients with COPD, pneumonia, and asthma.
• Conduct ABG analysis and interpret results to inform treatment decisions.
• Set up, maintain, and operate ventilators, oxygen tanks, and nebulizers.
• Develop and implement individualized respiratory care plans for patients.
• Monitor and assess patient responses to treatments and make adjustments as necessary.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

RRT certification

Ventilator management

ABG interpretation

Patient education

Education

Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Join our team at Kadima Rehabilitation & Nursing at Greenville, a leading provider of healthcare services in Greenville, Pennsylvania, where our mission is to provide exceptional care to our patients and their loved ones. As a Respiratory Therapist (RT), you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients.

About the Role

We are seeking a qualified and dedicated Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join our team of healthcare professionals. As an RT, you will be responsible for providing high-quality respiratory care to our patients, including ventilator management, oxygen therapy, and bronchospasm treatment. You will also be responsible for educating patients and their families about respiratory care and treatment options.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care to patients with a wide range of respiratory conditions, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pneumonia, and asthma
• Conduct arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis and interpret results to inform treatment decisions
• Set up, maintain, and operate various devices, including ventilators, oxygen tanks, and nebulizers
• Develop and implement individualized respiratory care plans for patients
• Monitor and assess patient responses to treatments and make adjustments as necessary
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure seamless continuity of care

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification
• Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Experience working in a hospital setting, preferably in a long-term care facility

What We Offer

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If you are a motivated and compassionate Respiratory Therapist looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.