Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Genesis Administrative Services • King of Prussia, PA

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About The Position

Under general supervision and medical direction, the Respiratory Therapist performs respiratory care procedures using professional judgment in accordance with physician treatment plans and departmental policies. The role includes assessing and managing primarily adult and geriatric residents, administering prescribed therapies and aerosolized medications, monitoring and documenting responses, facilitating care and discharge planning, and involving families or facility staff in resident care as appropriate.

The therapist initiates and maintains life-support systems, performs airway care, manages and troubleshoots ventilators, and participates in cardiopulmonary resuscitation. The position also involves evaluating cardiopulmonary status, developing respiratory care plans as ordered, delivering respiratory modalities, maintaining equipment and supplies, documenting care, educating residents and families, and participating in interdisciplinary care, quality assurance, and continuing education activities.

The posted salary range is USD $36.00–$39.00 per hour.

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' conditions and cardiopulmonary status using physical assessment, history, laboratory findings, chest imaging, pulmonary function testing, and professional judgment; formulate respiratory care plans when ordered by a physician.
• Administer prescribed respiratory therapy and aerosolized medications, monitor resident response and adverse reactions, and document progress and care services in the medical record.
• Initiate, monitor, and maintain life-support systems; perform 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.
• Perform respiratory care modalities as ordered, including intermittent positive pressure breathing, handheld nebulizer treatments, chest physical therapy, breathing and cough retraining, deep tracheal suctioning, incentive spirometry, and sputum induction.
• Review physician orders and resident charts before treatment; verify order details and precautions; observe and chart vital and respiratory findings and general appearance; and notify a supervisor of new starts and discontinued residents.
• Select and adjust respiratory devices and equipment, regulate flow and pressure, and communicate pertinent treatment information to the resident's nurse.
• Inspect, test, clean, reassemble, maintain, and properly dispose of equipment; maintain supplies and equipment logs; and perform required record keeping and administrative duties.
• Instruct residents and family members about the purpose and methods of respiratory procedures, and provide in-service training to residents, families, and facility staff.
• Participate in interdisciplinary resident rounds and conferences, quality assurance data collection, and equipment troubleshooting and quality-control tasks, including preventive maintenance and calibration of diagnostic equipment.
• Attend educational programs and review professional journals to maintain and improve technical and clinical skills.
• Deliver rehabilitation services efficiently, follow established plans of care and schedules, and complete documentation in a timely manner.
• Accept and transcribe verbal orders related to respiratory care procedures.
• 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 beginning on day one.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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