Registered Respiratory Therapist

The McGuire Group•Buffalo, NY

21h•$35 - $40

About The Position

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.

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

Nice To Haves

Experience in long-term care facility preferred

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