Respiratory Therapist

Overview Respiratory Therapist – (Non-Invasive Vent Focus). Be part of the care that helps patients breathe—and heal—over time. We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Respiratory Therapist to join our team. In this role, you’ll provide specialized respiratory care to medically complex patients, with a strong emphasis on non-invasive ventilation, and chronic respiratory disease management. If you value clinical autonomy, patient continuity, and collaborative care, this is the role for you. Responsibilities Deliver comprehensive respiratory and pulmonary therapy for patients, including assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and diagnostic evaluation. Manage and monitor non-invasive ventilation therapies (BiPAP, CPAP, high-flow systems), adjusting settings based on patient response and clinical goals. Perform detailed respiratory assessments to identify changes in physiologic and psychosocial status. Support ventilator weaning and respiratory rehabilitation in collaboration with physicians, nursing, and interdisciplinary teams. Collect, analyze, and interpret clinical data to guide individualized plans of care. Implement evidence-based respiratory interventions aligned with hospital policies and patient care standards. Communicate changes in respiratory status promptly to physicians, nursing staff, and respiratory leadership. Ensure compliance with infection control, safety, and emergency procedures in a high-acuity environment. Document patient assessments, treatments, and outcomes accurately and thoroughly. Build strong working relationships across departments to support coordinated, long-term patient care. Maintain strict confidentiality of patient information in accordance with HIPAA and facility policies. Qualifications Respiratory Therapists with experience or strong interest in LTAC and chronic respiratory care Comfort and proficiency with non-invasive ventilation modalities Strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and patient-centered communication skills Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative care team Commitment to ethical practice, accountability, and quality improvement Why Join Our LTAC Team? Work with complex patients and see measurable progress over time Greater clinical autonomy and involvement in long-term care planning Supportive leadership and interdisciplinary collaboration A professional environment that values respiratory therapy expertise If you’re passionate about non-invasive ventilation, chronic respiratory management, and making a lasting impact in an LTAC setting, we invite you to apply. Work Details Approximately 5-7 hours per week We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Pikes Peak Post Acute