Respiratory Therapist

Your Health Organization•Macon, GA

10d•Remote

About The Position

We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Primary Care Respiratory Therapist to join our dynamic team to service our patients in the Macon area. As a valuable member of our healthcare staff, you will play a crucial role in assisting our licensed Respiratory Therapists in delivering exceptional care to our homebound patients. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals recovering from injuries or illnesses. Respiratory Therapist role performs visits in homes, ALF's, and ILF's. This is a salary-based position, with the opportunity to receive a monthly bonus. This is a full-time salary-based role, working Monday-Friday 8am-5pm.

Requirements

Associate degree from an accredited Respiratory program
Current licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice
CPR certification
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Compassion and empathy for patients undergoing rehabilitation
Physical stamina and dexterity necessary to assist patients with mobility and perform therapeutic activities

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working as Respiratory
Specialized training or certification in specific areas of therapy
Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems
Bilingual proficiency in English and another language commonly spoken by patients in the practice area

Responsibilities

Assisting in the implementation of treatment plans
Conducting exercises with patients
Educating patients on proper techniques for rehabilitation exercises
Documenting patient progress
Developing individualized treatment plans
Instruct and assist patients in performing therapeutic exercises and activities
Monitor patients during therapy sessions, providing guidance and support as needed
Maintain a clean and organized therapy environment, ensuring that equipment is properly sanitized and maintained
Communicate regularly with physical therapists and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and adjust treatment plans as needed
Assist in the implementation of discharge plans, including providing patients with instructions for continued care and recommending appropriate follow-up services