Weekend Respiratory Therapist — Skilled Nursing

Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; Saddle Rock Estates (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in New York is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join our skilled nursing team. The role requires state licensure, independent assessment and treatment, and a commitment to geriatric care.

You will perform bedside treatments, initiate therapies, maintain records, and participate in IDT meetings. Weekend coverage is required (Saturday and Sunday), with shifts totaling 4–8 hours per day depending on caseload, and compensation at

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Completes assessments and implements respiratory techniques to maintain or rehab patients with various respiratory illnesses/diseases.
• Initiate therapies, maintain patient records, operate, check, and assemble equipment.
• Complete bedside treatments and assist nursing staff as needed.
• Provide in-services for nursing staff every quarter.
• Maintain daily, weekly and monthly documentation.
• Attend applicable IDT meetings.
• Experience with tracheotomy, and long-term care settings.
• Follow facility procedures and protocols.

Skills

RRT/CRT licensure

BLS certification

Respiratory Therapy

Education

COARC accredited AS or BS Respiratory program

Job description

Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in New York is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join our skilled nursing team. The role requires state licensure, independent assessment and treatment, and a commitment to geriatric care.

You will perform bedside treatments, initiate therapies, maintain records, and participate in IDT meetings. Weekend coverage is required (Saturday and Sunday), with shifts totaling 4–8 hours per day depending on caseload, and compensation at