Respiratory Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Aegis has a wonderful NEW opportunity for a Respiratory Therapist

Broad River Rehab has a NEW opportunity for a Respiratory Therapist in Pompano Beach, FL!

We currently are looking for a dynamic and highly motivated Respiratory Therapist to be part of our team! This opportunity will be for our SNF facility in Pompano Beach, FL.

The Respiratory Therapist will provide and/or direct nursing staff in providing appropriate patient care. Additionally, the Respiratory Therapist is responsible for maintaining a positive level of interaction with patients, patient families, clients, coworkers and Aegis management to ensure an environment conducive to obtaining successful outcomes for all parties.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Optimize respiratory function for patients by evaluating, performing treatments as ordered and directing nursing staff as appropriate.
• Perform prescribed treatments for patients.
• Utilizing appropriate systems, accurately document patient’s pre and post treatment status, treatments performed, and progress toward identified objectives in a timely manner
• Communicate results of treatments to the patient, patient’s family, facility staff members and other healthcare professionals as needed. Make recommendations regarding continuation, altering or discontinuance of respiratory related treatments.
• Provide education and training to nursing staff on signs and symptoms of respiratory issues that could arise in patients and identify precautions to be taken.
• Participate in facility meetings as needed.
• May be required to also document any physical tasks as per Section GG coding guidelines.
• Other duties within scope of practice as directed by supervisor.
• Establish and maintain excellent relationships with facility staff and all other healthcare professionals, demonstrating Broad River Rehab’s commitment to building effectives teams to provide optimal patient care

COMPETENCIES/REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills/abilities necessary to maximize effective contributions to a team
• Good customer skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record and adequate auto insurance
• Ability to travel to other local sites when needed
• Bending, stooping, reaching pushing pulling and transfer, lift and assist adults/children weighing 200 pounds or more with possible use of mechanical devices where applicable.

CREDENTIALS:

Must hold a valid Florida Respiratory license - in good standing and must maintain this licensure status during employment.

To apply, please email: View email address on ziprecruiter.com