Weekend Respiratory Therapist for Geriatric Care

The Phoenix Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Glendale (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Phoenix Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Glendale, NY is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join our geriatric care team. The RT will perform assessments, initiate therapies, and manage bedside treatments with minimal supervision, supporting residents’ respiratory health.

Weekend coverage on Saturdays and Sundays is required; candidates should hold a New York state license (RRT or CRT), and be skilled in tracheotomy care and documenting care in resident records.

Qualifications

• Graduate of COARC accredited AS or BS Respiratory program and licensed as RRT or CRT.
• Licensed in the practicing state and BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory assessments and initiate therapies.
• Manage bedside treatments and equipment operation.
• Maintain patient records and documentation.
• Provide quarterly in-services for nursing staff.
• Attend IDT meetings and participate in care planning.
• Support residents with tracheotomy care as needed.

Skills

Assessment

Bedside treatments

Documentation

Independent work

Education

COARC accredited AS or BS Respiratory program

RRT or CRT license

Job description

The Phoenix Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Glendale, NY is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join our geriatric care team. The RT will perform assessments, initiate therapies, and manage bedside treatments with minimal supervision, supporting residents’ respiratory health.

Weekend coverage on Saturdays and Sundays is required; candidates should hold a New York state license (RRT or CRT), and be skilled in tracheotomy care and documenting care in resident records.