CRT or RRT (Respiratory Therapy #)

Respiratory Therapist
Therapy
Regular Full-Time
Shift

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Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Position Overview:
At Elderwood at Williamsville, we are seeking Respiratory Therapists (RTs) to join our clinical network.
Respiratory Therapist team members assist with ensuring the health and well-being of our residents by carrying out skilled respiratory therapy treatments. Elderwood at Williamsville includes WNY's only non-hospital 20-bed dedicated vent unit.
Screens and provide an in-depth evaluation of the needs of ventilator and respiratory clients.

Consult with the attending physician regarding treatment protocol. Make written recommendations for interdisciplinary care planning and treatment.
Inform residents or qualified representative about care and treatment plan and possible outcomes of treatment, or lack of treatment if resident refuses participation in a respiratory rehabilitation program.
Identify problems and develop a complete plan of care according to facility/unit policy and federal/state regulations. Initiate ventilator weaning protocol and/or respiratory rehabilitation in accordance with the physician's orders; maintain required contact with physician.
Maintain written records, evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries of residents receiving respiratory treatment and monitoring according to state, federal, and facility policies.
Attend, as necessary, and provide input at the Resident Care Planning (RCP) meetings for interdisciplinary team and the Resident/Family Care Plan Review Meeting; Record resident's plan of care in the Interdisciplinary Care Plan as required or as needed.
Contribute to the completion of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) within the established time frame and incorporate the results in the plan of care when appropriate.
Confer with personnel of other departments and provide required training to meet special needs of residents.
Graduation from an accredited AMA approved school of Respiratory Therapy preferred
New York State Licensed Respiratory Therapist. Registered or Certified Respiratory Therapist by National Board of Respiratory Care.
Previous experience with ventilator dependent residents preferred.
Interest in respiratory therapy treatment program for chronic ventilator, ventilator weaning, and respiratory rehabilitation population.
Ability to verbally communicate well with residents, families, and staff members.
a dependable, patient and compassionate attitude towards residents. Display a demeanor which is always respectful of residents' rights and wishes.
Display a sense of responsibility, maturity, diplomacy, and ability to work well with residents, families, and other staff members.
This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.