Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Kadima Rehabilitation & Nursing at New Castle; New Castle (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kadima Rehabilitation & Nursing at New Castle in New Castle, PA, seeks a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join our interdisciplinary team. The RT provides pulmonary rehabilitation, respiratory treatments, assessments, and ongoing management of residents with acute and chronic respiratory conditions in a long-term care setting.

The RT will work Monday–Friday daytime hours, collaborate with physicians, nursing and rehab staff, educate residents and staff on respiratory care, ensure CMS and

Qualifications

• Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills.
• Experience in LTC, SNF, or pulmonary rehab preferred.

Responsibilities

• Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services
• Perform respiratory assessments and monitor resident status
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, and rehab teams
• Educate staff and residents on respiratory care
• Ensure CMS compliance, medical necessity, and facility protocols
• Accurate documentation and billing per CMS guidelines

Skills

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Independent work

Education

Respiratory Therapist license in PA

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join our interdisciplinary team. This role focuses on providing pulmonary rehabilitation services, respiratory treatments, respiratory assessments, and ongoing management of residents with acute and chronic respiratory conditions.

Monday – Friday daylight hours

Preferred Experience

• Skilled nursing or long-term care experience
• Knowledge of pulmonary rehab programs

Qualifications

• Current Respiratory Therapist license in PA
• Experience in LTC, SNF, or pulmonary rehab preferred
• Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently

Responsibilities

• Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services
• Perform respiratory assessments and monitor resident status
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, and rehab teams
• Educate staff and residents on respiratory care
• Ensure compliance with CMS, medical necessity, and facility protocols
• Accurate documentation and billing per CMS guidelines