Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Genesis Administrative Services•Albuquerque, NM

9h•Onsite

About The Position

At Powerback, the Respiratory Therapist performs respiratory care procedures under general supervision and medical direction, using clinical judgment within physician treatment plans and departmental policies. The role serves primarily adult and geriatric residents in a skilled nursing facility and includes assessment and management, care facilitation, resource management, and discharge planning as needed. The therapist evaluates cardiopulmonary status, administers prescribed therapies and aerosolized medications, monitors and documents residents’ responses, and recognizes and responds to adverse reactions. The position includes initiating and maintaining life-support systems, providing airway care, managing and troubleshooting mechanical ventilators, and participating in cardiopulmonary resuscitation. The therapist delivers and documents physician-ordered respiratory modalities, communicates relevant findings to nursing staff and supervisors, maintains equipment and supply records, and instructs residents, families, and facility staff in respiratory procedures. The role also contributes to resident care planning, quality assurance, equipment maintenance, and ongoing clinical education.

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, laboratory findings, chest imaging, pulmonary function testing, and clinical judgment to formulate respiratory care plans when ordered by a physician.
Review physician orders and residents’ records before treatment, verify relevant information and precautions, and observe and document vital signs, breath sounds, respiratory patterns, and general appearance.
Administer prescribed respiratory therapies and aerosolized medications, adjust equipment and dosages as appropriate, monitor responses, recognize adverse reactions, and take appropriate action.
Initiate, monitor, maintain, and document life-support systems and respiratory care modalities in the skilled nursing facility.
Provide airway care and maintenance, manage artificial ventilator status under approved protocols, and maintain and troubleshoot mechanical ventilators.
Participate in cardiopulmonary resuscitation, including bag ventilation and closed-chest massage, as part of the emergency team.
Administer and document physician-ordered modalities, including intermittent positive pressure breathing, handheld nebulizer treatments, chest physical therapy, breathing and cough retraining, deep tracheal suctioning, incentive spirometry, and sputum induction.
Communicate pertinent treatment information to residents’ nurses and notify supervisors of new starts and discontinued residents.
Instruct residents, family members, and facility staff in respiratory procedures and support resident cooperation, understanding, and rehabilitation goals.
Inspect, test, clean, reassemble, troubleshoot, and properly dispose of equipment; maintain adequate supplies and equipment logs.
Maintain accurate medical records and perform required administrative and record-keeping duties, including accepting and transcribing verbal orders related to respiratory care.
Participate in interdisciplinary resident rounds and conferences, quality assurance data collection, and equipment quality control, preventive maintenance, and calibration.
Attend educational programs and read professional journals to maintain and enhance technical and clinical competencies.
Deliver rehabilitation services efficiently, follow the established plan of care and department and patient schedules, and document services promptly.
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 and relocation assistance.
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 other offerings.
PowerZone Employee Recognition Program rewards.
Clinicians in Action professional development program.