Respiratory Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Primary Care Respiratory Therapist to join our dynamic team to service our patients in the Columbia area. As a valuable member of our healthcare staff, you will play a crucial role in assisting our licensed Respiratory Therapists in delivering exceptional care to our homebound patients. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals recovering from injuries or illnesses.

Respiratory Therapist role performs visits in homes, ALF's, and ILF's. This is a salary-based position, with the opportunity to receive a monthly bonus. This is a full-time salary-based role, working Monday-Friday 8am-5pm.

About

We are a leading physician group serving South Carolina and Georgia, and Florida dedicated to delivering quality healthcare directly to patients in care facilities, homes, clinics, and virtual visits. Our services include comprehensive primary care, specialty services, and pharmacy support, tailored to meet diverse patient needs. Committed to excellence and innovation, our team collaborates closely with facilities and families to ensure accessible, coordinated, and compassionate care.

Why Choose a Career at Your Health?

Providing high quality care for our patients is the center of what we do, and we provide the same care for our employees. Here are some of the benefits that are available to our employees.

• Competitive Compensation Package with Bonus Opportunities
• Employer Matched 401K
• Free Visit & Prescriptive Services with HDHP Insurance Plan
• Employer Matched HSA
• Generous PTO Package
• Career Development & Growth Opportunities
• Vehicle Allowance

What Are We Looking For?

Your Health is currently looking for a Respiratory Therapist t to join our growing primary care family. As a RT, you will work closely with licensed physical therapists to provide rehabilitative services to patients suffering from physical injuries or disabilities. Your primary responsibilities will include assisting in the implementation of treatment plans, conducting exercises with patients, educating patients on proper techniques for rehabilitation exercises, and documenting patient progress. As well as developing individualized treatment plans, instruct and assist patients in performing therapeutic exercises and activities, monitor patients during therapy sessions, providing guidance and support as needed. Maintain a clean and organized therapy environment, ensuring that equipment is properly sanitized and maintained. Communicate regularly with physical therapists and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and adjust treatment plans as needed. Assist in the implementation of discharge plans, including providing patients with instructions for continued care and recommending appropriate follow-up services.

Qualifications

1. Associate degree from an accredited Respiratory program.
2. Current licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice.
3. CPR certification.
4. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
5. Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
6. Excellent organizational and time management skills.
7. Compassion and empathy for patients undergoing rehabilitation.
8. Physical stamina and dexterity necessary to assist patients with mobility and perform therapeutic activities.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Prior experience working as Respiratory
2. Specialized training or certification in specific areas of therapy
3. Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
4. Bilingual proficiency in English and another language commonly spoken by patients in the practice area.