Respiratory Therapist Night Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Respiratory Therapist

Committed to promoting wellness, healing, and independence for all lives we touch.

Star City Rehabilitation and Nursing is looking for a  Respiratory Therapist. 

This position provides several benefits including:  overtime opportunities, paid in-service training,  incentive bonuses, and employee recognition programs.

Pay and Compensation:  You will earn a  competitive hourly rate

Additional compensation includes:

• 1.5X Holiday Pay
• 1.5X Overtime Pay for every hour worked over 40 hours per week
• Benefits
• 401k
• PayActiv, - Access to Earned Income Prior to Pay Day
• Tuition reimbursement through ECPI

About us:  Star City Rehabilitation and Nursing is a member of the  Eastern Health Group family of skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation centers. We are resident-centered and quality-focused! Our workplace culture is all about uplifting people. We are committed to creating a nurturing, family-like atmosphere where staff develop meaningful relationships with residents and where exceptional patient outcomes are the standard. 

Responsibilities of the Respiratory Therapist (RT): 

Responsible for assessment, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions affecting the cardiopulmonary system for adults. Selects and administers the appropriate care, taking into consideration the age, development level and size of the patient. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health and healing. Should be able to identify own limitations and seek appropriate resources, as needed.

Qualifications of the Respiratory Therapist:

Associate's Degree

1 year of experience

VA Respiratory Care Practitioner License

Respiratory Care Practitioner

BLS for Healthcare Providers, issued by AHA

PALS certification (Issued by American Heart Association Provider)

NBRC Credentials renewed and current for all applicable credentials ( RRT, RRT-NPS, CPFT, RPFT) (Minimum for new hires post 7/1/2021)

Pulmonary Function Lab Only: Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist CPT required within 6 months of hire

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS OF THE RESPIRATORY THERAPIST:
Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy