The Respiratory Therapist assesses treats and cares for the residents with breathing disorders.
The therapist assumes the responsibility for all respiratory care modalities, initiates and conducts therapeutic procedures; maintains patient records; and selects, assembles, checks, and operates equipment.Join us with an attractive benefits offering:Competitive payMedical, dental, and vision insurance401 K with matching fundsLife InsuranceEmployee discountsTuition ReimbursementStudent Loan ReimbursementResponsibilities:Initiates, monitors and maintains life support systemsEnsures staff compliance with facility and regulatory agencies guidelinesMonitors outcomes of various respiratory care proceduresEstablishes and maintains respiratory equipment par-level and required maintenance recordsTroubleshoots equipment malfunctionConducts quality assurance auditsConducts quality control monitoringAides in the development and implementation of quality improvement programsPerforms random resident care compliance auditsParticipates in on-going educational programs to enhance clinical competency for self and staffProvides routine clinical care including non-invasive ventilator checks, tracheostomy care, suctioning, resident evaluations, care plan development, respiratory medication delivery, supply changes and equipment management.
Requirements:Must be a certified Respiratory TherapistLicensed in the stateCompletion of a two year accredited Respiratory Program Current CPR certificationPrefer 2 years' experience in a long term care settingCiena HealthcareWe are a national organization of skilled nursing, subacute, rehabilitative, and assisted living providers dedicated to achieving the highest standards of care in five states including Michigan, Ohio, Virginia, North Carolina, and Indiana.We serve our residents with compassion, concern, and excellence, believing that every one of them is a unique person who deserves our best each day that we care for them.
Join us, if you have a passion for improving the lives of those around you and working with others who feel the same way.IND123