Respiratory Therapist (RT)

About the role

St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a Joint Commission Accredited, American Healthcare Association Bronze Medal Award-winning short‑term rehab, long‑term, and skilled nursing care community located in Dorchester/Boston, MA. This position is a 24‑hour per week opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory therapy to long‑term care residents with cardiopulmonary abnormalities per physician prescription.
• Operate and set up equipment to ensure specified treatment parameters (volume, oxygen concentration, temperature, nebulizers, compressors).
• Monitor patient response to therapy via vital signs.
• Consult with physician in event of adverse reaction.
• Inspect and test respiratory therapy equipment for safe and efficient function; order repairs when needed.
• Perform staff and patient education; demonstrate respiratory care procedures to trainees.
• Review prescriptions and patient information to assess condition and determine treatment requirements.
• Determine suitable treatment administration and modifications compatible with physician orders.
• Maintain accurate prescribed patient records and documentation.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement appropriate care plans based on patient assessment, utilizing standards of care to optimize outcomes.
• Work efficiently as a team member within and across clinical settings, providing quality service through communication, cooperation, and collaboration.
• Demonstrate competence, including knowledge and behaviors, to meet age‑specific patient needs in a specialty area.

Qualifications

• Current and valid Respiratory Therapist license issued by the Massachusetts Board of Respiratory Care.
• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Working knowledge of computers.
• Experience with Point Click Care (PCC) is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive rates – above industry standard.
• Weekly pay every Thursday.
• 401(k) Retirement Planning with Company Match.
• Earned sick time up to forty hours per year.
• Monthly Employee Recognition program.
• Free onsite parking.
• Employee Referral Bonus.