Weekend RT for Geriatric Care — Independent Practice

CareRite Centers, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

CareRite Centers, LLC in New York seeks a full-time Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join a skilled nursing team. Must be licensed in the practicing state, capable of independent evaluation and therapy, and dedicated to geriatric patient care.

Responsibilities include assessments, initiating therapies, maintaining records, bedside treatments, and staff education. Experience with tracheostomy and long-term care is preferred; weekend coverage (Sat/Sun) is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of COARC-accredited Respiratory program (AS or BS).
• Licensed as RRT or CRT in the practicing state; maintain BLS.
• Experience in geriatric long-term care settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory assessments and therapies.
• Initiate therapies and maintain patient records; operate equipment.
• Provide bedside treatments and document daily progress.
• Deliver in-services for nursing staff quarterly.
• Attend IDT meetings as required.
• Support caseload tracking and auditing.

Skills

Geriatric care

BLS certification

RRT/CRT licensed

Gas/ventilatory care

Education

AS/BS Respiratory Therapy

Tools

Ventilators

Bedside equipment

Tracheotomy care

Job description

CareRite Centers, LLC in New York seeks a full-time Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join a skilled nursing team. Must be licensed in the practicing state, capable of independent evaluation and therapy, and dedicated to geriatric patient care.

Responsibilities include assessments, initiating therapies, maintaining records, bedside treatments, and staff education. Experience with tracheostomy and long-term care is preferred; weekend coverage (Sat/Sun) is required.