Weekend Respiratory Therapist - Skilled Nursing (4-8h Shifts)

Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; University Gardens (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 to join a geriatric-focused skilled nursing team. The RT will assess and treat residents, perform bedside therapies, and participate in IDT meetings with a passion for improving patient experience.

Requirements include COARC-accredited AS or BS in Respiratory, state licensure as RRT or CRT, and BLS certification.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Completes respiratory assessments and implements techniques to rehab or maintain patients.
• Initiate therapies, maintain records, operate equipment.
• Complete bedside treatments and track documentation.
• Attend IDT meetings and participate in care planning.
• Experience with tracheotomy and long-term care settings.
• Follow facility procedures and protocol.

Skills

Independent clinical judgment

Team collaboration

Education

COARC accredited AS/BS in Respiratory

Job description

Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in New York is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join a geriatric-focused skilled nursing team. The RT will assess and treat residents, perform bedside therapies, and participate in IDT meetings with a passion for improving patient experience.

Requirements include COARC-accredited AS or BS in Respiratory, state licensure as RRT or CRT, and BLS certification.