Respiratory Therapist (RT)

About the role

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 deliver personalized care exactly where and when it's needed most.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory care procedures under general supervision and medical direction, exercising considerable judgment in accordance with physician's treatment plan and departmental policies.
• Assess resident's condition, administer prescribed therapy and aerosolized medications, observe and record progress and response to therapy, including adverse reactions.
• Provide in-service training to residents, family members, and facility staff.
• Involve appropriate parties (e.g., resident's family or facility staff) in assessment, treatment, and continuing care.
• Initiate, monitor, and maintain life support systems, including airway care and mechanical ventilators.
• Participate in cardiopulmonary resuscitation procedures, including bag ventilation and closed chest massage.
• Initiate, monitor, and document performance of various respiratory care modalities.
• Assess residents' cardiopulmonary status using physical assessment, history taking, laboratory findings, and radiological studies to formulate a respiratory care plan.
• Perform pre-treatment tasks: check physician's orders, review resident's chart, observe and chart vital signs and general appearance.
• Administer proper technical respiratory care procedures, including adjusting devices for optimal results and resident comfort.
• Inspect, test, clean, and maintain equipment; ensure adequate supply of necessary equipment.
• Assist in emergency cardiopulmonary resuscitation as part of the emergency team.
• Initiate, administer, evaluate, and document therapy modalities such as intermittent positive pressure breathing, nebulizers, chest physical therapy, and incentive spirometry.
• Recognize and respond to adverse reactions to therapy modalities.
• Document all resident care services rendered as part of a medical record.
• Accept and transcribe verbal orders related to respiratory care procedures.
• Set up, maintain, and record log entries for oxygen and respiratory supplies and equipment.
• Instruct residents and family members in the rationale and methodology of respiratory procedures.
• Attend internal and external educational programs to maintain and enhance technical skills and clinical competencies.
• Participate in interdisciplinary resident rounds and conferences to plan and evaluate effective resident care.
• Participate in quality assurance program data collection as assigned.
• Ensure effective and efficient delivery of rehab services, adherence to plan of care, and timely documentation.
• Perform equipment troubleshooting, quality control, preventive maintenance, and calibration.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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 (BLS) certification.
• Current State Licensure for a Respiratory Care Practitioner.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for Full-Time team members; Dental and Vision for Part-Time team members.
• Generous paid time off for Full-Time and Part-Time team members.
• Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program for new graduates, starting on day one.
• Free continuing education units (CEUs) through Medbridge.
• H-1B Visa and Green Card sponsorship, plus relocation assistance through the Journey Travel Program.
• Exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, and Eldercare.
• PowerZone Employee Recognition Program for earning rewards.
• Clinicians in Action professional development program.

Pay

USD $36.00 - USD $39.00 per hour.