Job Title: Part-Time Respiratory Therapist – Long-Term Care Facility

Job Summary

The Part-Time Respiratory Therapist (RT) will provide high-quality, compassionate respiratory care to residents in a long-term care facility. The RT will assess, treat, and manage respiratory conditions, educate residents and their families, and collaborate with the healthcare team to support residents’ respiratory health and overall quality of life.

This part-time position requires flexibility to work scheduled hours based on facility needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Assessment & Evaluation

  • Perform initial and ongoing assessments of residents’ respiratory status, including respiratory rate, oxygen saturation, lung sounds, and airway function.

  • Review medical records and collaborate with the healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.

  • Monitor residents for changes in respiratory condition and implement appropriate interventions.

• Respiratory Therapy Administration

  • Administer oxygen therapy, nebulizer treatments, and inhaled medications as ordered.

  • Set up and manage mechanical ventilation, when applicable, and CPAP therapy.

  • Perform chest physiotherapy and airway clearance techniques as needed.

• Patient Education

  • Educate residents and their families on respiratory equipment, medications, and chronic respiratory condition management.

  • Provide guidance on breathing exercises, lung function improvement, and airway clearance techniques.

• Collaborative Care

  • Work closely with nursing staff, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate resident care.

  • Participate in care planning discussions and contribute to respiratory treatment goals.

  • Assist with palliative respiratory care when appropriate.

• Documentation & Reporting

  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation of respiratory assessments, treatments, and interventions.

  • Report significant changes in residents’ respiratory status to the appropriate healthcare providers.

  • Follow applicable state and federal regulations and facility policies.

• Equipment Management

  • Ensure respiratory equipment is properly used, cleaned, and maintained.

  • Identify equipment issues and report malfunctions promptly.

• Quality Assurance & Emergency Response

  • Follow established respiratory care standards and infection control procedures.

  • Respond promptly to respiratory emergencies and assist with CPR and other life-saving interventions within the scope of practice.

Qualifications

Education

• Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy or equivalent education from an accredited respiratory therapy program.

Licenses & Certifications

• Current North Carolina Respiratory Care Practitioner license.

• Current NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential, as applicable.

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification may be required based on facility needs.

Experience

• Previous experience in long-term care, hospital, or rehabilitation settings preferred.

• Knowledge of chronic respiratory conditions, respiratory equipment, and ventilator management preferred.

• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Skills

• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.

• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively during scheduled shifts.

Work Environment & Schedule

• Part-time position in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility.

• Schedule and weekly hours will be determined based on facility needs and candidate availability.

• May include weekdays, evenings, weekends, or occasional on-call responsibilities, depending on the facility’s requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the facility during scheduled shifts.

• Ability to lift or move respiratory equipment and assist with resident care as required.

• Ability to respond promptly to respiratory emergencies.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications.

• Part-time benefits, if eligible under facility policy.

• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development.