Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory TherapistYou can make a difference in the lives of others! At Heart to Heart Hospice, we provide "compassionate care from our hearts to yours." Our employees enhance the lives of patients with life-limiting illnesses and their loved ones, during a time when compassionate care is needed most. We are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of employees, offering the opportunity to be associated with caring teammates, and creating positive contributions in each community we serve.What you must have:Associate's degree with major in Respiratory TherapySix months of experience within in the last two years or completion of a clinical rotation within the last year in critical care/intensive care environment, to include care of respiratory needs of acutely ill patientsValid state Respiratory Therapist license (must meet education requirement(s) for state licensure)Current BLS for Healthcare Provider CPR or CPR/AED for the Professional RescuerGood interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to provide compassionate careMust have current driver's licenseFull time benefitsCompetitive payMedical, dental & vision insurancePaid time offPaid holidays401k with up to 4% employer matchingTuition reimbursementCompany car for qualifying individualsMileage reimbursementWhat you will do:Maintains patient's pulmonary function, alleviates pain, and supports respiratory status by planning and administering medically prescribed respiratory therapy.Meets patient's goals and needs and provides quality care by determining respiratory therapy treatment plans in consultation with physicians and by prescription.Administers respiratory therapy treatments by performing bronchopulmonary drainage, assisting with breathing exercises, and monitoring physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.Directs treatments given by aides, technicians, and assistants.Evaluates effects of respiratory therapy treatment plan by observing, noting, and evaluating patient's progress and recommending adjustments and modifications.Works in conjunction with IDG team regarding discharge planning by consulting with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other health care workers; contributing to patient care during IDG.Timely submission of all documentationPerformance of other duties as requiredEnsure overall compliance with local, state and federal laws, Medicare regulations, and established personnel policies and proceduresIt is this agency's policy to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to age, race, color, religion, military status, gender preference, sex, marital status, national origin or disability.