Weekend Respiratory Therapist for Geriatric Care

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Washington Park (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join a skilled nursing team. The role requires evaluating and treating geriatric residents, independent work, and licensure in the state of practice.

Candidates should be able to perform functional therapies and document progress accurately. Responsibilities include initiating therapies, daily bedside treatments, maintaining records, and participating in quarterly staff in-services and

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Completes assessments and implements respiratory therapies to treat patients.
• Initiate therapies, maintain patient records, operate and assemble equipment.
• Complete bedside treatments and participate in in-services for staff quarterly.
• Maintain daily, weekly and monthly documentation; attend IDT meetings.

Skills

Patient assessment

Ventilator care

Documentation

Education

AS/BS in Respiratory Therapy

Tools

Ventilators

Oxygen therapy devices

Job description

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join a skilled nursing team. The role requires evaluating and treating geriatric residents, independent work, and licensure in the state of practice.

Candidates should be able to perform functional therapies and document progress accurately. Responsibilities include initiating therapies, daily bedside treatments, maintaining records, and participating in quarterly staff in-services and