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Virginia Staffing

Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Virginia Staffing, Fredericksburg, Virginia, United States, 22401

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Powerback Respiratory Therapist

At Powerback, we're on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive while providing essential therapy for children at home and in school. With over 38 years of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. We're proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and when it's needed most. Join an industry-leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you. Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full-Time team members Dental and Vision to Part-Time team members Generous paid time off to Full-Time and Part-Time team members Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program for new grads Free CEUs through Medbridge H-1B Visa & Relocation Assistance Exclusive discounts on various insurances and more Responsibilities: Performs respiratory care related procedures under general supervision and medical direction Exercises considerable judgment in accordance with physician's treatment plan Manages life support systems for residents in the skilled nursing facility Performs airway care and maintenance Manages artificial ventilator status as directed by an approved protocol Participates in cardiopulmonary resuscitation procedures Initiates, monitors and documents performance of various respiratory care modalities Performs assessment of residents' cardiopulmonary status Administers proper technical respiratory care procedures Observes resident's respiratory rate and pattern, pulse, breath sounds, reaction to medication, any difficulty with therapy during and after treatment Inspects and tests equipment, disassembles, cleans, reassembles equipment as required Performs administrative duties and record keeping when required Assists in emergency cardio-pulmonary resuscitation as an integral part of the emergency team Attends internal and external educational programs and reads appropriate professional journals Participates in interdisciplinary resident rounds and conferences Participates in quality assurance program data collection as assigned Performs other duties as assigned Qualifications: Completion of a NBRC approved and accredited program and one year of clinical practice experience under medical direction Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification Current State Licensure for a Respiratory Care Practitioner Posted Salary Range USD $32.14 - USD $35.32 /Hr. Genesis HealthCare, Inc. and all affiliated entities has a strong commitment to diversity that is fully supported and practiced by our officers and leadership team. Genesis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, HIV status, national origin, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, amnesty, military status or status as protected veterans, or any other legally protected characteristic. Genesis is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and our goal is to foster an inclusive and accessible workplace free from discrimination and harassment where everyone has equal opportunities to succeed.