Weekend Respiratory Therapist - Geriatric Care Specialist

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

Job summary

Bethany Center For Rehabilitation and Healing in Belle Meade, Tennessee, is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join a dynamic geriatric care team in a skilled nursing facility.

The RT will perform assessments, initiate therapies, and document care while working independently with residents to improve outcomes. Schedule includes 4-6 hour shifts (up to 8) and weekend work on Saturdays and Sundays, with licensure in-state and BLS certification required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Complete assessments and implement respiratory techniques for residents with respiratory and non-respiratory illnesses.
• Initiate therapies, maintain patient records, operate and assemble equipment.
• Complete bedside treatments and in-services for nursing staff each quarter.
• Attend IDT meetings and maintain daily/weekly/monthly documentation.
• Experience with tracheotomy and long-term care settings.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Independent practice

BLS certification

Education

COARC accredited AS/BS Respiratory program

State licensure (RRT/CRT)

Job description

Bethany Center For Rehabilitation and Healing in Belle Meade, Tennessee, is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join a dynamic geriatric care team in a skilled nursing facility.

The RT will perform assessments, initiate therapies, and document care while working independently with residents to improve outcomes. Schedule includes 4-6 hour shifts (up to 8) and weekend work on Saturdays and Sundays, with licensure in-state and BLS certification required.