Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Full-Time Respiratory Therapist (RT) in Opelousas, LA!***$10,000 Sign-On Bonus***Why Join Us?At Sage Specialty Hospital (LTAC), we invest in our people through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) — a unique benefit that makes you a true employee-owner.As part of our team, you'll receive company stock at no cost to you, with benefits that include:Building long-term wealth for your futureEnjoying a retirement benefit you don't pay forSharing directly in the success you help create every dayWe offer: Incredible Work Schedule, Excellent Pay, Complete Benefits Package including; Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), 401-K, Free CEU online accreditation courses and Remarkable Career Advancement Opportunities.Requirements:Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) and be a graduate of an approved AMA school of Respiratory TherapyMust be knowledgeable of general, rehabilitative and restorative nursing and medical practices, procedures, laws, regulations and guidelines governing long term careMust be able to work flexible schedule including 12-hour shiftsPatient care orientedExcellent written and verbal communication skillsPositive attitudeDuties:Provide general respiratory therapeutic services including oxygen, medical gas, humidification and suction therapies.Document patient/resident procedures, organize and analyze data, maintain accurate records.Communicate relevant patient/resident information to appropriate physicians and caregiversProvide staff education related to respiratory therapyExhibits commitment to results by looking for and recommending/implementing process improvementsMonitor patient/resident progress and update respiratory care plan as neededMake a difference in the lives of others — and your own — with Sage Specialty Hospital (LTAC). Apply today!