Respiratory Therapist - Part Time
IMAGE STRATEGIC PARTNERS•Stilwell, OK
•Onsite
About The Position
The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing respiratory care services to residents in a health and rehabilitation setting. This role assesses, treats, and monitors residents with cardiopulmonary and respiratory conditions while collaborating with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality resident-centered care. The Respiratory Therapist supports clinical outcomes through respiratory education, treatments, compliance with healthcare regulations, and proactive resident monitoring.
Requirements
- Current Respiratory Therapist license/certification in the applicable state
- Current CPR/BLS certification required
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of respiratory therapy practices, procedures, and equipment
- Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills
- Ability to respond effectively in emergency situations
- Strong organizational and documentation abilities
- Previous experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or healthcare setting preferred
Responsibilities
- Educate residents, families, and staff regarding respiratory care procedures and equipment use
- Assess residents’ respiratory status and review physician orders for respiratory care needs
- Administer respiratory therapy treatments including oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, nebulizer treatments, suctioning, and airway management
- Monitor residents receiving respiratory support and report changes in condition promptly
- Assist with pulmonary rehabilitation and breathing treatment plans
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements
- Ensure compliance with physician orders, infection control standards, and respiratory care protocols
- Participate in care planning and interdisciplinary team meetings as needed
- Maintain confidentiality of resident information in accordance with HIPAA regulations
- Maintain all education documentation provided to staff
- Inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot respiratory therapy equipment
- Ensure oxygen storage and respiratory equipment are maintained safely and according to regulations
- Follow all safety procedures and emergency response protocols related to respiratory services
- Work collaboratively with nursing staff, physicians, rehabilitation teams, and other healthcare professionals
- Communicate resident status updates and respiratory concerns effectively
- Support staff education and training related to respiratory care services
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
