Respiratory Therapist
Lorien Health Services, Columbia, MD, United States
Lorien Columbia
is currently hiring
Respiratory Therapists
to join our award‑winning Lorien team! Come experience firsthand why Lorien is more than a nursing home and assisted living company— we are a community committed to excellence in care and career growth.
Compensation
$35.00 - $40.00/hour (based on experience)
Full‑Time Benefits
PTO Package
80 hours of vacation
40 hours of sick leave (rollover available)
6 personal days
7 Major Holidays
Double time paid when worked
CareFirst Medical Insurance
Tuition Assistance
RN Loan Repayment Program
HRA Fund
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
401(k) with 50% company match
Perks & Extras
Employee discount programs
Earn Points, Earn Rewards recognition program
Professional development opportunities
Attendance rewards
Employee referral program
Same‑Day Pay available for all employees
Key Responsibilities
Assess, treat, and monitor residents with respiratory conditions
Administer respiratory therapies, including oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, and breathing treatments as ordered
Monitor ventilators, BiPAP/CPAP, and other respiratory equipment as applicable
Evaluate resident responses to treatment and adjust care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team
Educate residents and families on respiratory care, equipment use, and treatment plans
Accurately document assessments, treatments, and resident progress in the medical record
Maintain and ensure proper functioning of respiratory equipment and supplies
Follow infection control, safety standards, and regulatory guidelines at all times
Collaborate closely with nursing, physicians, and rehabilitation staff to support resident care goals
Status
Full-Time or PRN
Shift
7a-7p
License
Active Maryland RT license
Location
Located in the heart of Howard County, MD, Lorien Columbia is proud to be the flagship location of Lorien Health Services and has been serving the community since 1977. Our facility offers a full range of services, including skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and outpatient therapy, and is home to the only Korean nursing unit in Howard County. With 215 beds across five nursing units — and plans to expand with a new unit — Lorien Columbia continues to grow while staying true to its mission of providing exceptional care.
Nationally Recognized
Since 2020, we’ve been named one of the Top Nursing Homes in Maryland by Newsweek Magazine, a testament to our dedication to quality in care and innovation.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
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is currently hiring
Respiratory Therapists
to join our award‑winning Lorien team! Come experience firsthand why Lorien is more than a nursing home and assisted living company— we are a community committed to excellence in care and career growth.
Compensation
$35.00 - $40.00/hour (based on experience)
Full‑Time Benefits
PTO Package
80 hours of vacation
40 hours of sick leave (rollover available)
6 personal days
7 Major Holidays
Double time paid when worked
CareFirst Medical Insurance
Tuition Assistance
RN Loan Repayment Program
HRA Fund
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
401(k) with 50% company match
Perks & Extras
Employee discount programs
Earn Points, Earn Rewards recognition program
Professional development opportunities
Attendance rewards
Employee referral program
Same‑Day Pay available for all employees
Key Responsibilities
Assess, treat, and monitor residents with respiratory conditions
Administer respiratory therapies, including oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, and breathing treatments as ordered
Monitor ventilators, BiPAP/CPAP, and other respiratory equipment as applicable
Evaluate resident responses to treatment and adjust care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team
Educate residents and families on respiratory care, equipment use, and treatment plans
Accurately document assessments, treatments, and resident progress in the medical record
Maintain and ensure proper functioning of respiratory equipment and supplies
Follow infection control, safety standards, and regulatory guidelines at all times
Collaborate closely with nursing, physicians, and rehabilitation staff to support resident care goals
Status
Full-Time or PRN
Shift
7a-7p
License
Active Maryland RT license
Location
Located in the heart of Howard County, MD, Lorien Columbia is proud to be the flagship location of Lorien Health Services and has been serving the community since 1977. Our facility offers a full range of services, including skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and outpatient therapy, and is home to the only Korean nursing unit in Howard County. With 215 beds across five nursing units — and plans to expand with a new unit — Lorien Columbia continues to grow while staying true to its mission of providing exceptional care.
Nationally Recognized
Since 2020, we’ve been named one of the Top Nursing Homes in Maryland by Newsweek Magazine, a testament to our dedication to quality in care and innovation.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
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