Respiratory Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

We are currently seeking a caring and dynamic Respiratory Therapist   who is looking for an opportunity to share your skills and experience with the best rehabilitation team! You will work in a skilled nursing environment, making a tremendous difference in the lives of your patients and helping them regain a quality of life. If you have a true passion for providing seniors with unparalleled short- and long-term care, and if you meet our qualifications, we want to talk with you Apply Today!  

Why join our team?  

We believe our team is the foundation of exceptional care. We are proud to foster a workplace culture built on compassion, respect, and professional growth. Whether you're providing direct care or supporting our operations, your contributions are deeply valued and make a lasting impact on the lives of our residents and their families. 

What We Offer : 

• Competitive Salaries that recognize your skills and dedication 

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance to support your health and well-being 

• Paid Time Off (PTO) so you can recharge and take care of what matters most 

• Ongoing Training & Career Development to help you grow professionally 

• A collaborative and inclusive team environment where your voice matters 

Join us and become part of a community that cares deeply—for our residents, for each other, and for the future of skilled nursing care.                                               

Position Purpose

Leads, guides and directs the delivery of respiratory care services in the facility in accordance with local, state and federal regulations, standards and established facility policies and procedures to provide appropriate care and services to residents.

Required Qualifications

The Respiratory Therapist must possess:

A valid, unrestricted license in his/her therapy discipline in the state.

Meet educational requirements of his/her licensure requirements.

Valid driver’s license in the state of employment preferred.

Knowledgeable of skilled nursing home regulations, procedures, laws, regulations and guidelines pertaining to long-term care preferred.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Plans, develops, organizes, implements, evaluates and directs the delivery of respiratory care services as well as its programs and activities, in accordance with current state and federal laws and regulations; and respective practice act(s) in the state.

Plans, develops, organizes, implements, evaluates, and directs the execution of respiratory care services in accordance with physician’s orders, the American Association of Respiratory Care, and the Ohio Office of Respiratory Therapy.

Coordinates the achievement and reporting of the facility’s key performance respiratory care indicators.  Establishes an ongoing system to monitor these key indicators. 

Evaluates and reports key performance indicator outcomes of respiratory care to the Director of Nursing to determine the need for action such as re-education or revisions related to the facility’s outcomes, regulatory compliance, practice act(s) and/or customer satisfaction.

Develops and implements processes and systems to effectively lead, guide and direct the delivery of respiratory care services including but not limited to processes for the timely screening, evaluation, treatment, discharge and all associated documentation requirements for residents in the facility.

Complies with facility policies and procedures for appropriately documenting, billing and coding for residents receiving respiratory care services.

Provides resident information needed for the resident assessment instrument according to facility policy such as signs and symptoms of respiratory disorders, cognitive patterns, respiratory care minutes and distinct calendar days, etc. during the defined observation period(s).

Provides resident information needed for prior functioning in functional cognition as required by facility policy (RAI User’s Manual) for Medicare Part A, Medicare Advantage residents upon admission.

Ensures respiratory care equipment is stored, used and sanitized, disinfected and/or cleaned properly and safely in the facility.

Participates in daily, weekly, and/or monthly rehabilitative and interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss residents’ progression in relation to discharge planning for residents receiving respiratory care services as designated by the Director of Nursing.

Adheres to the state practice guidelines in his/her discipline as defined by the Ohio Respiratory Therapy Practice Act.  Maintains appropriate conduct and follows practice guidelines as defined by the professional association .

Develops and maintains positive relationships with residents, employees, and family members through scheduled, deliberate positive interactions with them using face to face, phone, or other means of communication.

Maintains accountability in concert with applicable standards of practice, by-laws, and code of conduct for his/her discipline.

Facilitates, serves, attends or participates in various committees of the facility as necessary.

Knows and understands the purpose and requirements for the scope of work and supervision requirements as defined by the Ohio Respiratory Therapy Practice Act.

Ensures delivery of compassionate quality care and services across the respiratory care spectrum as evidenced by adequate, and competent respiratory care staff, general cleanliness of treatment areas/offices, and optimal resident functioning and satisfaction with respiratory services provided. 

Identifies and collaborates with members of the interdisciplinary team, physicians, consultants, and community agencies to identify opportunities for enhanced services to the residents and/or resolve issues.

Knows respiratory care employees and employees across all departments by name in order to effectively communicate and meet resident needs as well as any miscellaneous related needs.

Promotes teamwork, mutual respect, and effective communication.  Promotes positivity and active daily problem solving. 

Makes written and oral reports/recommendations to the Director of Nursing concerning respiratory care.

Follows facility policy related to readiness for health inspection surveys, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) surveys, and any other regulatory entity or requirement.

Reads and stays informed regarding regulatory, scope of work and supervision requirements as defined by the Ohio Respiratory Therapy Practice Act, business practices and other changes influencing respiratory care outcomes.

Promotes safe work practices, safety rules, and accident prevention procedures to prevent resident/employee injury and illness.

Additional Tasks

Treats all residents with dignity and respect.  Promotes and protects all residents’ rights.

Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures.  Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines, and relevant practice act(s).

Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves.

Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications.

Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel.  Reports any retaliation or discrimination to the Administrator.

Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator.  Protects residents from abuse and cooperates with all investigations. 

Reports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy. 

Participates in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings.  Fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan.

Reports work-related injuries and illnesses immediately to designated staff member.

Follows established infection control policies and procedures.

As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills competency.

Personal Skills and Traits Desired/Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.

Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.

Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family and staff.

Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Must be willing and able to move intermittently throughout the workday.

Meets general health requirements according to facility policy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunity status to various infectious diseases.

Ability to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.

Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations.

Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position.

May be subject to falls, burns from equipment, and/or odors throughout the day; encounter reactions from dust, tobacco smoke, disinfectants, and other air contaminants.

Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases and/or conditions which include AIDS, Coronavirus, Hepatitis B, and Tuberculosis.

May be subject to hostile or emotional residents, family members, visitors or personnel.

Contributes to and exemplifies teamwork.

Makes independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

Possesses leadership, supervisory skills and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.

Successfully follows oral and written instructions.

Successfully relays information concerning residents, employees or any given subject matter.

Willing to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.

Communicates with medical, nursing staff, and all departments.

Accepts call-backs during emergency conditions.

Works in office and throughout the facility.

Willing to work to task completion in spite of frequent interruption

Qualifications

Education/Experience Requirements:

Current State Respiratory Therapist Licensure.

Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy.

Possesses and maintains an active CRT or RRT credential.

Current ACLS and BLS Certification

Affirmative Action Statement
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively seek to recruit, hire, and promote individuals from all backgrounds, including but not limited to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. We are proud to be an affirmative action employer and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act, it is the policy of the facility to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Administrator.