Weekend Respiratory Therapist for Geriatric Rehab

The-Encore-At-Boca-Raton-Rehabilitation-and-Nursing-Cente; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Encore At Boca Raton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join our skilled nursing team in Boca Raton, FL. You will assess residents and independently administer respiratory therapies while maintaining comprehensive patient records and participating in care planning with the IDT.

Applicants must hold a COARC-accredited AS or BS in Respiratory Therapy, be licensed as RRT or CRT in Florida, and have BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of COARC accredited AS or BS Respiratory program.
• Licensed as RRT or CRT.
• BLS certification required.
• Experience in long-term care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and implement respiratory techniques to aid rehab patients with various conditions.
• Initiate therapies, document and manage patient records; operate and maintain equipment.
• Provide bedside treatments including oxygen, aerosols, PEP, chest physiotherapy, suctioning and airway management.
• Complete in-services for nursing staff quarterly and participate in IDT meetings.
• Track, audit and manage caseload; adhere to facility procedures and protocols.

Education

COARC accredited AS or BS Respiratory program

Licensed as RRT or CRT

BLS certification

Job description

The Encore At Boca Raton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join our skilled nursing team in Boca Raton, FL. You will assess residents and independently administer respiratory therapies while maintaining comprehensive patient records and participating in care planning with the IDT.

Applicants must hold a COARC-accredited AS or BS in Respiratory Therapy, be licensed as RRT or CRT in Florida, and have BLS certification.