Respiratory Therapist (RT)

St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center has a great opportunity available for a strong and experienced Respiratory Therapist (RT). We are a Joint Commission Accredited, American Healthcare Association Bronze Medal Award-winning, short-term rehab, long term, and skilled nursing care community. We are conveniently located in Dorchester/Boston, MA. 

This is a great, 24-hour per week opportunity. 

Qualifications of the Respiratory Therapist (RT)

• Applicants must have a current and valid license as a Respiratory Therapist issued by the Massachusetts Board of Respiratory Care

• Needs to have working knowledge of computers.  Experience with Point Click Care (PCC) is a plus.

Required Education

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities Include:

• The Respiratory Therapist administers respiratory therapy to long term care residents with abnormalities and deficiencies of the cardiopulmonary system according to physician prescription.

• Operate and set up equipment to ensure specified parameters of treatment such as volume, oxygen concentration, and/or temperature, nebulizers, and/or compressors.

• Monitor patient response to therapy via vital signs. Consult with physician in event of adverse reaction.

• Inspect and test respiratory therapy equipment to ensure it is functioning safely and efficiently.  Order repairs when needed.

• Perform staff and patient education.  Demonstrate respiratory care procedures to trainees.

• Review prescription and patient information to assess patient condition and determine requirements for treatment.  Determine suitable treatment administration and modifications that may be needed, compatible with physician orders. 

• Maintain accurate prescribed patient records and documentation. 

• In collaboration with the healthcare team, develops and implements an appropriate care plan based on patient assessment by utilizing standards of care to optimize patient outcomes.

• Work efficiently as a team member both within and across clinical settings to provide quality service through communication, cooperation, and collaboration.

• Demonstrates competence, including knowledge and behaviors, to meet age specific patient needs in a specialty area.

We offer a great benefit program including: 

• Competitive rates- above industry standard.

• Weekly pay! Every Thursday.

• 401(k) Retirement Planning with Company Match.

• Earned sick time up to forty hours per year.

• Monthly Employee Recognition program

• Free onsite parking

• Employee Referral Bonus

A Landmark Management Solutions, LLC Center.

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