Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Valley West Health; Waynesburg (Greene County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Flexible Scheduling

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Competitive Pay Rates

Career Growth

Job summary

Waynesburg Nursing and Rehab is seeking a compassionate Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join our 111-bed skilled nursing facility. The RT will provide respiratory treatments, manage ventilators, and collaborate with the care team to develop and implement individualized care plans.

The role requires NBRC registration, a high school diploma (associate/bachelor's preferred), and at least 1 year of RT experience, preferably in a skilled nursing setting.

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Respiratory Therapist (RT) with the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Associate's or bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy or related field preferred.
• Minimum of one year of experience as a Respiratory Therapist; skilled nursing facility experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Providing respiratory therapy treatments to patients, including ventilator management, oxygen therapy, and aerosol therapy.
• Conducting respiratory evaluations and assessments to develop individualized treatment plans.
• Operating and maintaining respiratory equipment, including ventilators, oxygen concentrators, and nebulizers.
• Collaborating with interdisciplinary team to develop and implement comprehensive care plans.
• Educating patients and families on respiratory therapy techniques and disease management.

Skills

Patient care

Ventilator management

Respiratory therapy

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy or related field

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Ventilators

Nebulizers

Oxygen concentrators

Job description

Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Waynesburg Nursing and Rehab

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join our team at Waynesburg Nursing and Rehab, a 111-bed skilled nursing facility dedicated to providing high-quality care to our patients. As a Respiratory Therapist (RT), you will play a vital role in the delivery of respiratory care services to our patients with various medical conditions.

About the Role:

As a Respiratory Therapist (RT), you will be responsible for:

• Providing respiratory therapy treatments to patients, including ventilator management, oxygen therapy, and aerosol therapy

• Conducting respiratory evaluations and assessments to develop individualized treatment plans

• Operating and maintaining respiratory equipment, including ventilators, oxygen concentrators, and nebulizers

• Collaborating with other members of the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement comprehensive care plans

• Educating patients and their families on respiratory therapy techniques and disease management

Requirements:

• Current registration as a Respiratory Therapist (RT) with the National Board for Respiratory Care

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's or bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy or a related field preferred

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Respiratory Therapist; experience in a skilled nursing facility setting preferred

  Benefits:

  • 401(k) Plan

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Flexible Scheduling

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  • Life Insurance

  • Competitive Pay Rates

  • Opportunities for Career Growth

Why Work with Us:

At Waynesburg Nursing and Rehab, we believe that our employees are our most valuable resource. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth and development, and a competitive salary and benefits package. Our mission is to provide high-quality care to our patients, and we rely on our team members to help us achieve this goal.