Respiratory Therapist
Taconic Health Care, Plattekill, NY, United States
Location: Taconic Rehabilitation and Nursing at Ulster, 1 Wingate Way, Highland, NY 12528, USA
Shifts: Full-time, Part-time and Per-Diem
Rate: $41.00/hr.
Sign-on Bonus
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Respiratory Therapist works under the direction of the Medical Director and is responsible implementation of Respiratory Care and Pulmonary Rehabilitation. This includes assessing patients and developing care plans, collaborating with medical staff and interdisciplinary teams to identify, communicate and overcome barriers to implementation and serving as a clinical resource/educator to all staff and patients.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Meeting with and examining patients who have pulmonary diseases, disorders, or complications
Conducting, performing, and analyzing diagnostic and function tests to assess lung capacity and capability
Working with physicians and nurses to create treatment plans
Treating patients with aerosol medications and chest physiotherapy
Evaluating progress of treatment
Documenting care by updating charts and records
Operating mechanical ventilators and other machines
Completing discharge planning by working with other members of the medical team
Training patients how to administer treatments and use equipment on their own
Recommending equipment and treatment for outpatient or home health
Protecting patients (and other healthcare employees) through stringent protocols
REQUIREMENTS:
Respiratory Therapist licensed in NYS
Experience in long-term care facility preferred
Vent/Trach experience required
Able to interpret patient information and make critical decisions about necessary actions
Ability to supervise and work well with and show respect toward other health care personnel (i.e., CNAs, LPNs, physicians, etc.), residents and their family members
Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to follow written and verbal instructions
Physical endurance for frequent activity; ability to lift a minimum of 20 pounds
What we offer:
Weekly Paychecks
Flexible Schedules - Full & Part-Time Openings
Generous Paid Time Off
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Shifts: Full-time, Part-time and Per-Diem
Rate: $41.00/hr.
Sign-on Bonus
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Respiratory Therapist works under the direction of the Medical Director and is responsible implementation of Respiratory Care and Pulmonary Rehabilitation. This includes assessing patients and developing care plans, collaborating with medical staff and interdisciplinary teams to identify, communicate and overcome barriers to implementation and serving as a clinical resource/educator to all staff and patients.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Meeting with and examining patients who have pulmonary diseases, disorders, or complications
Conducting, performing, and analyzing diagnostic and function tests to assess lung capacity and capability
Working with physicians and nurses to create treatment plans
Treating patients with aerosol medications and chest physiotherapy
Evaluating progress of treatment
Documenting care by updating charts and records
Operating mechanical ventilators and other machines
Completing discharge planning by working with other members of the medical team
Training patients how to administer treatments and use equipment on their own
Recommending equipment and treatment for outpatient or home health
Protecting patients (and other healthcare employees) through stringent protocols
REQUIREMENTS:
Respiratory Therapist licensed in NYS
Experience in long-term care facility preferred
Vent/Trach experience required
Able to interpret patient information and make critical decisions about necessary actions
Ability to supervise and work well with and show respect toward other health care personnel (i.e., CNAs, LPNs, physicians, etc.), residents and their family members
Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to follow written and verbal instructions
Physical endurance for frequent activity; ability to lift a minimum of 20 pounds
What we offer:
Weekly Paychecks
Flexible Schedules - Full & Part-Time Openings
Generous Paid Time Off
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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