Weekend Respiratory Therapist - Geriatric Care

The Phoenix Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Middle Village (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Phoenix Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in New York is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join our skilled nursing team. The ideal candidate will have an COARC-accredited degree, be licensed as RRT or CRT, and hold BLS.

The RT will assess and treat residents independently, perform bedside therapies, and support staff with quarterly in-services. Coverage includes Saturdays and Sundays with a focus on geriatric respiratory care, documentation, and collaboration with IDT

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Complete assessments and implement respiratory therapy to support rehabilitation of residents with various respiratory illnesses.
• Initiate therapies, document patient records, operate and maintain equipment.
• Perform bedside treatments and participate in quarterly staff in-services.
• Maintain daily, weekly and monthly documentation and attend IDT meetings.

Skills

RRT/CRT licensed

BLS certified

Education

COARC accredited AS or BS Respiratory program

Job description

The Phoenix Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in New York is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join our skilled nursing team. The ideal candidate will have an COARC-accredited degree, be licensed as RRT or CRT, and hold BLS.

The RT will assess and treat residents independently, perform bedside therapies, and support staff with quarterly in-services. Coverage includes Saturdays and Sundays with a focus on geriatric respiratory care, documentation, and collaboration with IDT