Weekend Respiratory Therapist for Geriatric Rehab

Bethany Center For Rehabilitation and Healing; Green Hill (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bethany Center For Rehabilitation and Healing in Tennessee seeks a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join a geriatrics-focused care team in a skilled nursing facility. You will assess, treat, and document therapies, and participate in IDT meetings to support resident wellbeing.

Candidates must be licensed (RRT/CRT) in the state, have a COARC-accredited respiratory program, and hold BLS certification. Long-term care and tracheostomy experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires COARC-accredited respiratory program completion and state licensure (RRT/CRT).
• BLS certification is required in the practicing state.

Responsibilities

• Performs assessments and initiates respiratory therapies for geriatric residents.
• Documents patient records daily, weekly, and monthly as required.
• Operates, checks and maintains respiratory therapy equipment and supplies.
• Provides in-services for nursing staff on a quarterly basis.
• Participates in IDT meetings and collaborates with care teams.
• Experience with tracheostomy care and long-term care settings preferred.
• Adheres to facility policies, procedures and pulmonary treatment protocols.

Skills

RRT/CRT licensed

BLS certified

Education

COARC accredited AS or BS Respiratory program

Licensed in practicing state

Job description

Bethany Center For Rehabilitation and Healing in Tennessee seeks a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join a geriatrics-focused care team in a skilled nursing facility. You will assess, treat, and document therapies, and participate in IDT meetings to support resident wellbeing.

Candidates must be licensed (RRT/CRT) in the state, have a COARC-accredited respiratory program, and hold BLS certification. Long-term care and tracheostomy experience are preferred.