Respiratory Therapist

Company: Spring Gate Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Location: Memphis
Posted on: August 7, 2022

Job Description:

Respiratory Therapist -Starting Wages$26-$32.25 per Hour
Full-time or Part-time Night Shift Currently Available!

Are you a Respiratory Therapist (RT)who is experienced in assisting, treating, and caring for residents withbreathing disorders to improve their quality of life? We invite you to apply!

Spring Gate Rehabilitation and HealthCare Center is now accepting applications for a Respiratory Therapist (RT) toJoin Our Team. See What a Career With Spring Gate Will Mean for You!

What You Will Receive With Spring Gate:

• Supportby a Strong Administration That Values Teamwork
• Supportof a Team of Dedicated Pulmonary Nurses
• ASmaller Caseload Than What You Are Used To
• FlexibleWork Scheduling That Best Suits You and Your Needs
• CompetitiveWages
• IndustryLeading Medical Insurance and Low Cost Dental and Vision Benefits
• PaidVacation Days with Rollover Option and Sick Time
• TuitionReimbursement
• StudentLoan Repayment
• DailyPay, Weekly Pay, Bi-Weekly Pay Options With On-Shift Wallet (stat pay)
• 401kProgram
• MobilePhone Discount Program
• ReferralBonus Program
• AndMore!
  
  TEXT: RT SPG to(833) 383-6754 to Apply
  Thank you for considering a career withus!
  We can't wait to meet you!
  
  Summary: Under the direction of management, is responsible for providing clinical direction and in-services regarding patient care and other respiratory related issues to the facility.
  
  Qualifications:
  
  Education:
  
  
  • A CRT or RRT license and a graduate of an AMA approved school for respiratory care is required
    Licenses/Certification:
    
    
    • Valid Respiratory Care Practitioner license in the state employed
    • Valid CPR certification
    • Vent Certified, preferred
      Experience:
      
      
      • One year of respiratory therapy experience preferred in a long term care setting.
        
        Essential Functions:
        
        
        • Provides respiratory related services for established times or services within the Respiratory Care Practitioner scope of services. This may include: testing the patient for qualifying clinical needs, gathering information, completing and/or submittng the information to the facility
        • Records all pertinent information on respiratory care records and patient charts. This includes consults, recommendations, and pertinent conversations with physicians, staff, patient, patient family members or other caregivers. Verbal or telephone orders should be handled according to facility policy
        • Assists facility in regulatory issues, insuring that respiratory equipment and supplies are stored in appropriate storage area, and appropriate signs and documentation are provided within the facility
        • Takes care of routine mail, phone calls and pages as necessary. Also completes necessary filing and faxing
        • Communicates with facility staff regarding relevant clinical and operational issues regarding the program and patient care issues
        • Assess for patient's respiratory needs. Assess oxygen saturation and use of pulse ox. Be able to assess ventilator patients and work with ventilator
        • Complete treatment and ventilator checks in a timely fashion. Notifies supervisor of any facility concerns or needs
        • Completes TARs at the end of each month checking for accurate information
        • The ability to assess for decanulization and weanings
        • May participate in a wide variety of special projects
        • Resolves rountine problems and communicates soluntion to appropriate personnel
          
          Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
          
          
          • Ability to work independently in a consulting capacity
          • Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team
          • Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization
          • Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations
          • Ability to organize a schedule and work to meet facility needs
          • Ability to maintain confidentiality
          • Excellent organizational skills
            
            Disclaimer:
            
            This description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work for this position. It is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities that may be periodically assigned.

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