Full-Time Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT) – 4-Day Work Week
About The Position
The Respiratory Therapist provides specialized care to patients with acute and chronic breathing disorders, assessing, treating, and monitoring patients to improve respiratory function and health outcomes. The therapist works with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans, and delivers care in home settings. The role also involves operating and maintaining respiratory equipment, ensuring patient safety, and supporting patient comfort, recovery, and management of respiratory conditions. This position has a four-day workweek with a three-day weekend, and requires on-call availability. New graduates are encouraged to apply.
Requirements
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program.
- Current state licensure or certification as a Respiratory Therapist, such as CRT or RRT.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a clinical environment.
- Basic computer proficiency for documentation and communication.
- Manual dexterity and physical stamina to perform clinical procedures and handle equipment.
- Effective communication skills to interact with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
Nice To Haves
- Hospital or emergency room experience; preferred but not required.
- Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Proven track record of delivering high-quality respiratory care and patient outcomes.
- Advanced certifications.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate patients’ respiratory status through physical assessments and diagnostic tests.
- Administer prescribed respiratory therapies, including oxygen, aerosol medications, and mechanical ventilation.
- Monitor patient responses and adjust treatments to optimize respiratory function.
- Collaborate with healthcare team members to develop and update patient care plans.
- Maintain and operate respiratory care equipment, ensuring proper function and hygiene.
- Provide patients and families with education on respiratory care techniques and disease management.
- Accurately document treatments, observations, and patient progress in medical records.
- Provide on-call coverage.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
