Respiratory Care Practitioner

Creekside Post Acute is in search of a part-time Respiratory Therapist for AM and NOC shifts. We are looking for candidates who are hardworking, responsible, reliable, and team players. New graduates are accepted.

Pay rates: $30-34 per hour

Requirements:

• RCP
• RRT
• BLS

Job Description:

Under the direction of a Pulmonologist and Lead Respiratory Therapist, performs tasks as a Respiratory Care Practitioner with a focus on long-term care. Responsible for setting up and operating various respiratory care equipment for diagnosis and treatment of respiratory diseases or illnesses. Maintains a collaborative relationship with the clinical manager as the team leader.

Skills:

Must be able to perform duties under supervision, including maintenance of artificial airways, assessing and weaning mechanically ventilated patients, oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, DPI treatments, tracheostomy tube changes, pulse oximetry, CPT, and assisting with acute respiratory illnesses. Provides patient and family education/training. Must be able to relate appropriately with others, work effectively in a team, and prioritize multiple assignments without compromising quality.