Weekend Respiratory Therapist — Geriatric Care Specialist

Trevecca Center for Rehabilitation and Healing; Ridgetop (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Trevecca Center for Rehabilitation and Healing in Tennessee is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join a skilled nursing team. The role requires independent evaluation, therapy delivery, and equipment management to support geriatric residents.

The RT will perform bedside treatments, document care, and participate in quarterly in-services alongside nursing staff. A COARC-accredited degree and state licensure are essential, with BLS certification mandatory for practice.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Complete assessments and implement respiratory techniques for rehab patients.
• Initiate therapies, maintain patient records, operate and assemble equipment.
• Perform various bedside treatments and document daily/weekly/monthly.
• Attend IDT meetings and participate in training for nursing staff.

Skills

Respiratory assessment

Therapy administration

Documentation

Independent evaluation

Education

COARC accredited AS/BS in Respiratory Therapy

Tools

Oxygen therapy equipment

CPAP/BIPAP

Ventilators

Job description

Trevecca Center for Rehabilitation and Healing in Tennessee is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join a skilled nursing team. The role requires independent evaluation, therapy delivery, and equipment management to support geriatric residents.

The RT will perform bedside treatments, document care, and participate in quarterly in-services alongside nursing staff. A COARC-accredited degree and state licensure are essential, with BLS certification mandatory for practice.