Respiratory Therapist

Facility: Willow Creek Health Care Center
Schedule:Friday - Monday (4 days/week)
Status: Full-Time
Pay Range:$32.00 - $37.00 per hour (BOE)
Setting: Skilled Nursing / Sub-Acute Care
General Purpose

The primary purpose of this position is to perform respiratory and pulmonary therapy, management, rehabilitation, diagnostic evaluation, and direct patient care for residents with pulmonary deficiencies and abnormalities, in accordance with physician orders, facility policies, and applicable regulations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Receive and follow work schedules and instructions from the Respiratory Supervisor and facility leadership
• Adhere to all established policies, procedures, safety standards, and infection control practices
• Perform focused patient interviews to identify respiratory care needs
• Assess signs and symptoms indicating physiological and psychosocial changes in patient condition
• Collect, analyze, interpret, and document patient data and respiratory diagnoses
• Develop and implement respiratory care plans based on identified priorities and patient outcomes
• Perform respiratory therapy interventions per plan of care and physician orders
• Adhere to emergency, safety, and infection control procedures at all times
• Promote and maintain effective interpersonal communication with residents, families, and staff
• Monitor patient respiratory status and report changes promptly to nursing staff, physicians, and Respiratory Supervisor
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity of care
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information and protected health information (PHI)
• Report suspected or known violations of privacy or unauthorized access to information systems
• Assume responsibility and accountability for assigned duties and patient care

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities

Education & Experience

• Associate Degree from an accredited respiratory care program required
• Graduate of an accredited respiratory care program
• Bachelor of Science degree in a healthcare-related field preferred
• Minimum one (1) year respiratory therapy experience in an acute or sub-acute setting preferred

• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license in the state of practice
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• ACLS certification required

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and medical documentation
• Ability to write reports, charting, and professional correspondence
• Ability to effectively communicate with physicians, nurses, management, and staff

• Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to clinical situations

• Ability to solve practical problems and exercise sound clinical judgment
• Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, and schedule-based instructions

• Ability to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds
• Frequent standing, walking, and patient interaction
• Prolonged use of computers and office equipment
• Ability to assist in resident evacuation during emergencies if required
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

• Skilled Nursing and Sub-Acute Care environment
• Noise level typically low to moderate
• Exposure to infectious diseases and medical equipment consistent with healthcare settings

Willow Creek Health Care Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.