Respiratory Therapists (RT)

Job Description

Job Description

Respiratory Therapists (RT)

Full-Time, Part-Time, PRN

Days, Nights and Weekends

Flint Ridge Nursing and Rehabilitation

Location: Newark, Ohio

About the Role:

Flint Ridge Nursing and Rehabilitation, a skilled nursing facility providing short-term rehabilitation and extended care, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join our team. As a Respiratory Therapist (RT) with our facility, you will have the opportunity to work with a progressive, high-quality care team to deliver innovative therapy techniques and professional medical care to our patients. Our goal is to enable you to achieve the quality of life you deserve in a comfortable and intimate environment.

Responsibilities:

• Sets up and operates devices such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators

• Operates equipment to ensure specified parameters of treatment and administers medicinal gases and aerosol drugs to patients under the orders of Physician

• Monitors patient's physiological responses to therapy through patient vital signs

• Assists patient in performing breathing exercises

• Observes equipment function and adjusts equipment to obtain optimum results to therapy

• Maintains patient's chart that contains pertinent identification and therapy information

• Inspects and tests respiratory therapy equipment to ensure equipment is functioning safely and efficiently

• Orders repairs when needed

• Demonstrates respiratory care procedures to trainees and other healthcare personnel

Requirements:

• Active State Respiratory Care Practitioner License

• Completion of an approved school for respiratory therapy

• One to three months' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to work with a progressive, high-quality care team

• Intimate atmosphere to provide comfortable recovery

• Professional development opportunities

If you are a motivated and caring Respiratory Therapist looking for a new opportunity, please apply to this role to join our team at Flint Ridge Nursing and Rehabilitation.

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