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Respiratory Therapist

Rusk Rehabilitation Hospital, an affiliation of Encompass Health and MU Health Care

Respiratory Therapist Career Opportunity


Join Encompass Health's Respiratory Care Family: A Career of Impact
Are you in search of a career that resonates with your heart and community? Encompass Health welcomes you into our close-knit family, where you'll feel at home instantly. As a Respiratory Therapist, your role is pivotal in driving inspiring outcomes for patients facing respiratory challenges. Imagine the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, guiding patients toward independence and contributing to your community's well-being. Utilize your specialized skills to provide exceptional, compassionate care, fostering patient rehabilitation and well-being. Access cutting-edge equipment and technology within a supportive, motivated team environment. From day one, experience a fulfilling career and comprehensive benefits that prioritize your peace of mind and professional growth. Join us in a career where your dedication creates impactful care and personal fulfillment.

A Glimpse into Our World
Whether you're just beginning your career or are a seasoned Respiratory Therapist seeking a nurturing environment to call home, we're confident you'll feel the difference the moment you join our team. Being a part of Encompass Health means being a part of a growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in our career growth opportunities and the collaborative spirit of our team members, united for the greater good of our patients. Our recognitions, including being named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, make us immensely proud.

Benefits That Start With You

Our benefits are designed to support your well-being and start on day one:

  • Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
  • Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
  • Tuition reimbursement and continuous education opportunities for your professional growth.
  • Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans, securing your financial future.
  • Flexible spending and health savings accounts tailored to your unique needs.
  • A vibrant community of individuals who are passionate about what they do.

Be the Respiratory Therapist You've Always Aspired to Be
Your impactful journey involves:

  • Providing direct care to patients in need of medical gas, breathing therapy modality, and medication.
  • Guiding patients by supervising care and breathing treatments, leading patient assessments, creating personalized care plans, and targeting and resolving patient concerns.
  • Building meaningful relationships with patients by dedicating time to understand their physical, mental, and emotional needs for a successful recovery.
  • Celebrating patient victories along the way.

Qualifications

  • Current State License in Respiratory Therapy.
  • CPR certification.
  • ACLS certification preferred.
  • Two years hospital experience in Respiratory Therapy preferred.

The Encompass Health Way

We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!

At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.

Vacancy posted 13 hours ago
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