Weekend Respiratory Therapist - Geriatric Care & Rehab

Palmetto Subacute Care Center; Three Lakes (FL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend shifts

Job summary

Palmetto Subacute Care Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our geriatric-focused team in a Skilled Nursing setting. The RT will evaluate and treat residents independently, using a range of respiratory therapies with emphasis on comfort and functional improvement.

The ideal candidate will hold an active state license (RRT or CRT) and COARC-accredited RT education, with BLS certification; prior long-term care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of COARC accredited AS or BS Respiratory program.
• Licensed as RRT or CRT.
• BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Complete assessments and implement respiratory techniques for rehab patients.
• Initiate therapies, maintain patient records, operate and assemble equipment.
• Provide bedside treatments including oxygen therapy, aerosols, PEP therapy and chest physiotherapy.
• Complete daily, weekly and monthly documentation and attend IDT meetings.
• Experience with tracheotomy and long-term care setting; follow facility procedures.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Independent practice

Geriatrics focus

Patient documentation

Education

COARC accredited AS in Respiratory Therapy

BS in Respiratory Therapy

Licensed RT (RRT/CRT)

Tools

Respiratory equipment

Pulmonary function testing

Job description

Palmetto Subacute Care Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our geriatric-focused team in a Skilled Nursing setting. The RT will evaluate and treat residents independently, using a range of respiratory therapies with emphasis on comfort and functional improvement.

The ideal candidate will hold an active state license (RRT or CRT) and COARC-accredited RT education, with BLS certification; prior long-term care experience is preferred.