Respiratory Care Practitioner​/Respiratory Therapist

Creekside Post Acute is in search of AM and NOC shifts, full-time and part-time Respiratory Therapists who are hard working, responsible, reliable, and team players. New graduates are accepted.

Rates: $30-$34

Requirements:

• RCP
• RRT
• BLS

Job Description:

Under the direction of the Medical Director / Pulmonologist and Respiratory Therapist Director, performs the tasks of a Respiratory Care Practitioner with special emphasis on long-term care. Upon the request of a physician, the Respiratory Therapist in the sub-acute unit performs and sets up various types of respiratory care equipment for diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disease or illness. The Respiratory Therapist maintains a collaborative working relationship with the unit's clinical manager as the team leader.

Skills:

• Perform procedures under the supervision of Pulmonologist and RT Director.
• Maintain artificial airways, assess and wean mechanically ventilated patients, administer oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, DPI treatments, Tracheostomy tube changes, Pulse oximetry, CPT, and assist in resolving acute respiratory illnesses.
• Provide patient and family education/training.
• Demonstrate CPR skills and ability to work effectively with others.
• Prioritize multiple assignments without sacrificing quality.