Weekend Respiratory Therapist - Geriatric Care

Palmetto Subacute Care Center; Coral Gables (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Palmetto Subacute Care Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our skilled nursing team. The role requires licensure in the state, the ability to evaluate and treat independently, and a passion for geriatric care.

The RT will perform bedside treatments, manage oxygen and aerosol therapies, and document promptly. Weekend coverage is required, with collaborative participation in IDT meetings and nursing staff education.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Completes assessments and implements respiratory techniques to progress rehab patients with various respiratory and non-respiratory illnesses.
• Initiate therapies, maintain patient records, operate, check, and assemble equipment.
• Complete a variety of bedside treatments including oxygen therapy, aerosols, PEP therapy and incentive spirometry.
• Complete in-services for nursing staff every quarter.
• Responsible for daily, weekly and monthly documentation.
• Attend applicable IDT meetings.
• Experience with tracheostomy and long-term care setting; follow facility procedures.

Skills

RRT credential

BLS certification

Education

COARC accredited AS or BS Respiratory program

Licensed as RRT or CRT

Job description

Palmetto Subacute Care Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our skilled nursing team. The role requires licensure in the state, the ability to evaluate and treat independently, and a passion for geriatric care.

The RT will perform bedside treatments, manage oxygen and aerosol therapies, and document promptly. Weekend coverage is required, with collaborative participation in IDT meetings and nursing staff education.