Respiratory Therapist — Ventilator & Pulmonary Care (SNF)

Marquis Health Consulting Services; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Health, vision, and dental benefits

401(k) with match

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

Brockton Post Acute and Briarwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a full-time, shared role between the two facilities. The position offers a competitive salary of $80,000–$91,500 per year and opportunities to deliver skilled respiratory care across the care continuum.

The RT will perform assessments, develop treatment plans with the medical team, manage ventilation, educate residents and families, and document care in accordance with clinical standards.

Qualifications

• RRT credential from NBRC required.
• Current state licensure required.
• Minimum of 3 years of respiratory therapy experience preferred.
• Experience with tracheostomy care and ventilator management in SNF/LTACH or hospital setting required.

Responsibilities

• Perform chest assessments and respiratory examinations.
• Consult with physicians and interdisciplinary team to develop and modify treatment plans.
• Conduct diagnostic testing including lung capacity and blood gas evaluation.
• Administer respiratory therapies (oxygen, aerosols, chest physiotherapy).
• Manage ventilator-dependent residents and initiate ventilation when needed.
• Monitor residents' respiratory status and equipment function.
• Educate residents and families on treatments, equipment use, and medications.
• Maintain accurate documentation of treatments and progress.

Skills

RRT Credential

State Licensure

Ventilator Management

Tracheostomy Care

Communication Skills

Job description

Brockton Post Acute and Briarwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a full-time, shared role between the two facilities. The position offers a competitive salary of $80,000–$91,500 per year and opportunities to deliver skilled respiratory care across the care continuum.

The RT will perform assessments, develop treatment plans with the medical team, manage ventilation, educate residents and families, and document care in accordance with clinical standards.