Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Genesis Administrative Services•Baltimore, MD

About The Position

At Powerback, the Respiratory Therapist provides respiratory care under general supervision and medical direction, using professional judgment within the physician’s treatment plan and departmental policies. The role includes assessment and management of residents, administering prescribed respiratory therapies and aerosolized medications, monitoring and documenting responses, facilitating care and discharge planning, and coordinating with residents, families, facility staff, and other care team members. The resident population is primarily adult and geriatric. The therapist initiates and maintains life-support systems, provides airway care, manages and troubleshoots ventilators, and participates in emergency cardiopulmonary resuscitation. The role also includes performing respiratory assessments and ordered treatment modalities, maintaining equipment and supplies, documenting care, educating residents and families, participating in interdisciplinary rounds and quality assurance activities, and supporting effective and timely delivery of rehabilitation services.

Requirements

Completion of a NBRC-approved and accredited respiratory therapy program.
One year of clinical practice experience under medical direction.
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification.
Current state licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

Assess residents’ cardiopulmonary status using physical assessment, history taking, laboratory findings, chest radiological studies, pulmonary function testing, and professional judgment to formulate a respiratory care plan when ordered by a physician.
Administer prescribed respiratory therapies and aerosolized medications, monitor residents’ progress and responses, recognize adverse reactions, and take appropriate action.
Initiate, monitor, and maintain life-support systems in the skilled nursing facility.
Perform airway care and maintenance.
Manage artificial ventilator status according to approved protocols and maintain and troubleshoot mechanical ventilators.
Participate in cardiopulmonary resuscitation, including bag ventilation and closed-chest massage.
Initiate, administer, evaluate, and document ordered respiratory care modalities, including intermittent positive pressure breathing, handheld nebulizer treatments, chest physical therapy, deep tracheal suctioning, incentive spirometry, sputum induction, and breathing and cough retraining exercises.
Review physician orders for completeness and check resident charts for relevant history, physical information, and precautions before treatment.
Observe and document residents’ pulse, respiration, breath sounds, general appearance, treatment response, and relevant teaching and training.
Notify the supervisor of new and discontinued residents.
Select, adjust, and operate respiratory equipment and devices to provide effective treatment and resident comfort; communicate pertinent information to the resident’s nurse.
Inspect, test, clean, reassemble, and properly dispose of equipment; maintain adequate supplies and perform equipment and record-keeping duties as required.
Maintain and record log entries for oxygen and respiratory supplies and equipment.
Document all resident care services in the medical record and accept and transcribe verbal orders related to respiratory care procedures.
Provide in-service training and explain respiratory procedures to residents, families, and facility staff to support understanding, cooperation, and treatment efficiency.
Participate in interdisciplinary resident rounds and conferences to plan and evaluate care.
Attend educational programs and read professional journals to maintain and enhance technical skills and clinical competencies.
Participate in quality assurance data collection as assigned.
Deliver rehabilitation services efficiently and effectively, following the established plan of care and department and patient schedules, and completing documentation on time.
Assist with equipment troubleshooting and tasks that support the accuracy of diagnostic equipment, including quality control, preventive maintenance, and calibration.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time team members.
Dental and vision plans for part-time team members.
Paid time off for full-time and part-time team members.
Clinical mentorship program for new graduates.
Free continuing education units through Medbridge.
Visa or Green Card sponsorship support.
Journey Travel Program offering work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
Discounts on wireless/TV, home, auto, renters, and pet insurance, childcare, eldercare, and more.
PowerZone Employee Recognition Program rewards.
Clinicians in Action professional development program.