Respiratory Therapist: Ventilation & Critical Care

Live Well Homecare; Shamokin (Northumberland County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Well Homecare seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist to assess and plan patient respiratory care, manage ventilators, and educate patients and families. You will collaborate with the healthcare team, perform assessments, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance within protocol-driven care.

The role involves supporting intra-hospital transport and assisting with diagnostic procedures while maintaining high standards of patient safety and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a specialty training program in respiratory therapy.
• Proficient in therapeutic modalities and ventilator management.
• Ability to work independently within protocol-driven care and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient evaluations and develop care plans.
• Manage mechanical ventilation and transport patients within the hospital.
• Document care, adhere to safety protocols, and protect patient confidentiality.
• Support intra-hospital transport and assist with diagnostic procedures.

Skills

Ventilator management

Emergency airway procedures

Therapeutic modalities

Communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Specialty respiratory therapy program

Job description

Live Well Homecare seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist to assess and plan patient respiratory care, manage ventilators, and educate patients and families. You will collaborate with the healthcare team, perform assessments, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance within protocol-driven care.

The role involves supporting intra-hospital transport and assisting with diagnostic procedures while maintaining high standards of patient safety and confidentiality.