Weekend Respiratory Therapist for Geriatric Rehab

Palmetto Subacute Care Center; Westchester (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Palmetto Subacute Care Center in Florida is seeking a licensed Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT) to join our skilled nursing team. The RT will assess and treat residents independently, perform bedside procedures, and help residents improve their respiratory health.

Requirements include COARC-accredited AS or BS in Respiratory Therapy, Florida license, and BLS certification. Experience in long-term care and with tracheostomy care is preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform initial assessments and implement respiratory therapies to rehab patients.
• Initiate therapies, maintain patient records, operate and assemble equipment.
• Deliver bedside treatments including oxygen, aerosol, chest physiotherapy and suctioning.
• Document daily/weekly/monthly progress and attend IDT meetings.

Skills

RRT or CRT

BLS Certified

Geriatrics

Education

AS/BS in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Palmetto Subacute Care Center in Florida is seeking a licensed Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT) to join our skilled nursing team. The RT will assess and treat residents independently, perform bedside procedures, and help residents improve their respiratory health.

Requirements include COARC-accredited AS or BS in Respiratory Therapy, Florida license, and BLS certification. Experience in long-term care and with tracheostomy care is preferred.