Respiratory Therapist

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The purpose of the Respiratory Therapist is to evaluate, treat, document care for residents with impaired respiratory and pulmonary function due to disease process; including residents with tracheotomy and residents who are ventilator dependent, and participate in the interdisciplinary team meetings as required. Qualified candidate will plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operation of the Respiratory Department in accordance with local, state, and federal guidelines and regulations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Evaluate residents’ respiratory functional needs when referred by the resident’s attending physician or interdisciplinary team.
• Follow physician’s orders, facility policies and procedures to evaluate and treat residents and complete required documentation for care provided.
• Evaluate and document evaluations of referred residents in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
• Provide appropriate treatment to help residents maintain or attain the highest level of respiratory function possible within the confines of his/her physical condition.
• Recommend and/or provide appropriate treatment, preventative measures to prevent decline in residents’ respiratory function.
• Provide appropriate resident or caregiver education to help residents maintain or attain the highest level of respiratory function possible within the confines of his/her physical abilities.
• Complete documentation related to evaluations, treatment plans, MDS assessments, resident care plans and progress notes in a timely manner.
• Participate in resident care conferences, interdisciplinary care conferences and rehabilitation conferences as scheduled.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Program.
• Valid State license as an RT.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Thorough understanding of regulatory process, MDS and care planning process.

As a regional network of skilled nursing communities, Helia has current open positions in most areas of nursing, skilled therapy, administration, management, dietary, housekeeping, laundry, and other operations. Most of our locations have both full- and part-time opportunities available on a variety of schedules. We will work hard to accommodate your desired work schedule. We provide competitive wages and medical/dental/vision benefits, along with an attractive array of 401k and other benefits.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a successful background check and drug screen.

Helia Healthcare, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.