Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist

Location: Taconic Rehabilitation and Nursing at Ulster

Shifts: Full-time, Part-time and Per-Diem

Rate: $41.00/hr.

Sign-on Bonus

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Respiratory Therapist works under the direction of the Medical Director and is responsible implementation of Respiratory Care and Pulmonary Rehabilitation. This includes assessing patients and developing care plans, collaborating with medical staff and interdisciplinary teams to identify, communicate and overcome barriers to implementation and serving as a clinical resource/educator to all staff and patients.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Meeting with and examining patients who have pulmonary diseases, disorders, or complications
• Conducting, performing, and analyzing diagnostic and function tests to assess lung capacity and capability
• Working with physicians and nurses to create treatment plans
• Treating patients with aerosol medications and chest physiotherapy
• Evaluating progress of treatment
• Administering inhalants
• Documenting care by updating charts and records
• Operating mechanical ventilators and other machines
• Completing discharge planning by working with other members of the medical team
• Training patients how to administer treatments and use equipment on their own
• Recommending equipment and treatment for outpatient or home health
• Protecting patients (and other healthcare employees) through stringent protocols

REQUIREMENTS:

• Respiratory Therapist licensed in NYS
• Experience in long-term care facility preferred
• Vent/Trach experience required
• Able to interpret patient information and make critical decisions about necessary actions
• Ability to supervise and work well with and show respect toward other health care personnel (i.e., CNAs, LPNs, physicians, etc.), residents and their family members
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to follow written and verbal instructions
• Physical endurance for frequent activity; ability to lift a minimum of 20 pounds

What we offer:

• Weekly Paychecks
• Referral Bonuses
• Flexible Schedules - Full & Part-Time Openings
• Peer Mentorship
• Generous Paid Time Off