Senior Respiratory Therapist – Rehab & Long-Term Care

CareRite Centers, LLC; Butlerville (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

CareRite Centers, LLC is seeking a highly motivated Respiratory Therapist (RT) for a Skilled Nursing facility setting. The RT will assess and treat patients with cardio-pulmonary conditions, coordinate with nursing and therapy staff, and maintain documentation for regulatory and billing purposes.

The role emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, professional development, and adherence to facility policies.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of respiratory community.
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills.
• Skills applicable to clinical discipline.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains systems which build and enhance the facility’s reputation for being the unparalleled provider of Respiratory Therapy and demonstrates the facility’s approach to interdisciplinary care.
• Monitors the financial performance of Respiratory Therapy department and seeks methods to improve performance while ensuring standards are observed.
• Contributes to professional development of self and staff with ongoing education and training.
• Aids in building and maintaining the facility’s reputation as an unparalleled respiratory therapy provider by contributing as a professional staff member.
• Provides patient treatments meeting patient needs with current clinical knowledge and facility procedures.
• Writes accurate, complete documentation in accordance with policies, billing data, and clinical requirements.
• Demonstrates safe working practices and maintains equipment and work areas safely.
• Maintains cross-disciplinary collaboration with the rehab team and discharge planning.

Skills

Communication skills

Respiratory knowledge

Leadership & management

Clinical discipline skills

Job description

CareRite Centers, LLC is seeking a highly motivated Respiratory Therapist (RT) for a Skilled Nursing facility setting. The RT will assess and treat patients with cardio-pulmonary conditions, coordinate with nursing and therapy staff, and maintain documentation for regulatory and billing purposes.

The role emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, professional development, and adherence to facility policies.