Respiratory Therapist

Heart to Heart Hospice • Houston, TX

63d

About The Position

Heart to Heart Hospice provides compassionate care to patients with life-limiting illnesses and their loved ones. The Respiratory Therapist plans and administers medically prescribed respiratory therapy to maintain pulmonary function, alleviate pain, and support respiratory status. The role works with physicians and the interdisciplinary group (IDG) to develop treatment plans, meet patient goals, support discharge planning, and provide quality care. The position also requires timely documentation and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree with a major in Respiratory Therapy.
• Six months of experience within the last two years, or completion within the last year of a clinical rotation in a critical care/intensive care environment that includes care of respiratory needs of acutely ill patients.
• Valid state Respiratory Therapist license and satisfaction of the education requirements for state licensure.
• Current BLS for Healthcare Provider CPR or CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification.
• Good interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to provide compassionate care.
• Current driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Plan and administer medically prescribed respiratory therapy to maintain pulmonary function, alleviate pain, and support respiratory status.
• Determine respiratory therapy treatment plans in consultation with physicians and according to prescriptions.
• Administer respiratory therapy treatments, including bronchopulmonary drainage and assistance with breathing exercises.
• Monitor physiological responses to therapy, including vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
• Direct treatments given by aides, technicians, and assistants.
• Observe, document, and evaluate patient progress and recommend treatment plan adjustments or modifications.
• Work with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare workers on discharge planning and contribute to patient care during IDG.
• Submit all documentation in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as required.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws, Medicare regulations, and established personnel policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) with up to 4% employer matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company car for qualifying individuals
• Mileage reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree