Respiratory Therapist

Corona Post Acute • Corona, CA

3d

About The Position

Under the direction of the Unit Manager, Director of Nursing, and/or Administrator, the Respiratory Therapist evaluates, treats, and cares for residents with breathing disorders. At a physician’s request, the therapist sets up and operates respiratory care equipment used to diagnose and treat respiratory disease. The role includes assessing residents, administering prescribed respiratory treatments, monitoring responses to therapy, and performing respiratory procedures and studies.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience in acute, sub-acute, or long-term care.
• Current, unencumbered California Respiratory License credentialed by the NBRC.
• Current Basic Life Support certification.

Nice To Haves

• Two to four years of experience providing direct respiratory therapy care to multiple patients or residents.
• Previous experience in an acute care respiratory unit or skilled nursing environment.
• Graduation from an approved Respiratory Therapy program.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate commitment to the company’s mission, values, and standards of ethical behavior.
• Read prescriptions, measure arterial blood gases, and review resident information to evaluate resident condition.
• Set up and operate mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators according to treatment parameters.
• Provide physician-prescribed routine treatments using IPPB machines, oxygen devices, nebulizers, and ultrasonic nebulizers to administer medicinal vapors and gases, humidity, and prescribed oxygen concentrations.
• When appropriately authorized, perform arterial punctures and operate blood gas analyzers to measure and determine acid-base balance, ventilation efficiency, and respiratory metabolism.
• Monitor residents’ physiological responses to therapy, including vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes, and consult with a physician if adverse reactions occur.
• Perform chest physical therapy, including percussion, postural drainage, and suctioning, to mobilize secretions and clear airway blockages.
• Perform pulmonary function studies to determine the volume, distribution, and movement of air in the respiratory system.

Benefits

• Medical insurance with prescription drug benefits
• Dental insurance
• Vision care
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Paid vacation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed