What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Therapist position at Arbors at Oregon?
Respiratory Therapist (RT) – New Increased Wages Starting at $38-$47.50 Per Hour!
Are you looking for a rewarding career and a stable company to call home? Arbors at Oregon not only offers you leading market wages, but a rewarding experience to work with other warm-hearted team members who will support and guide you along your career path. At the end of each day, your professional success and personal fulfilment will be your reward for making a difference in the lives of our residents.
Why Choose Arbors of Ohio? No matter where you reside or consider relocating to, we are proud to be one of the largest provider s of skilled nursing long-term care and short-term rehabilitation services with 16 centers located throughout Ohio. While you contribute to the compassionate care for our residents, we strive to provide support, training, and commitment for you to achieve your career goals.
Healthcare and Specialty Benefits:
Affordable Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, and Vision insurance benefits through leading healthcare insurance providers to meet your healthcare needs and preferences for you and your family.
Effective 2024 we are pleased to offer our full-time employees a variety of medical coverage options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield .
We know your pet is family too! Three Pet Insurance options available to choose from.
We provide an intercompany Employee Benefits Concierge to assist you in navigating and maximizing your benefits, should you have any questions.
We offer leading market wages.
Flexible pay options; get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly with pay advances through UKG Wallet.
Company paid vacation days with rollover option and sick time.
Flexibility in scheduling; ask us what options are available.
Excellent career advancement opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment programs
Company Paid Life Insurance
401K retirement program
Health Saving Account (HSA) , Flexible Spending Account (FSA) , and Dependent Care FSA.
Unlimited Referral Bonuses and more!
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Summary: Under the direction of management, is responsible for providing clinical direction and in-services regarding patient care and other respiratory related issues to the facility.
Qualifications:
Education:
A CRT or RRT license and a graduate of an AMA approved school for respiratory care is required.
Licenses/Certification:
Valid Respiratory Care Practitioner license in the state employed.
Valid CPR certification.
Vent Certified, preferred.
Experience:
One year of respiratory therapy experience preferred in a long term care setting.
Essential Functions:
Provides respiratory related services for established times or services within the Respiratory Care Practitioner scope of services. This may include: testing the patient for qualifying clinical needs, gathering information, completing and/or submittng the information to the facility.
Records all pertinent information on respiratory care records and patient charts. This includes consults, recommendations, and pertinent conversations with physicians, staff, patient, patient family members or other caregivers. Verbal or telephone orders should be handled according to facility policy.
Assists facility in regulatory issues, insuring that respiratory equipment and supplies are stored in appropriate storage area, and appropriate signs and documentation are provided within the facility.
Takes care of routine mail, phone calls and pages as necessary. Also completes necessary filing and faxing.
Communicates with facility staff regarding relevant clinical and operational issues regarding the program and patient care issues.
Assess for patient’s respiratory needs. Assess oxygen saturation and use of pulse ox. Be able to assess ventilator patients and work with ventilator.
Complete treatment and ventilator checks in a timely fashion. Notifies supervisor of any facility concerns or needs.
Completes TARs at the end of each month checking for accurate information.
The ability to assess for decanulization and weanings.
May participate in a wide variety of special projects.
Resolves rountine problems and communicates soluntion to appropriate personnel.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Ability to work independently in a consulting capacity.
Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization.
Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations.
Ability to organize a schedule and work to meet facility needs.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Excellent organizational skills.
Disclaimer:
This description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work for this position. It is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities that may be periodically assigned.
Salary : $38 - $48