What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Therapist (RT) position at Sage Specialty Hospital (LTAC)?
Exciting Opportunity at Our New Facility!
Sage Specialty Hospital (LTAC) in Opelousas, LA, is thrilled to announce that we are hiring Full-Time and PRN Respiratory Therapists (RTs) for our brand-new facility!
Join our passionate team of healthcare professionals committed to providing exceptional patient care and fostering a supportive environment. As we embark on this new journey, youll play a vital role in helping our patients regain their health and independence.
Be part of something special from the ground up! If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our patients, we want to hear from you.
Apply today and help us shape the future of care at Sage Specialty Hospital!
We offer you: Incredible Work Schedule, Excellent Pay, Complete Benefits Package including; Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), 401-K, Free CEU online accreditation courses, Sign On Bonus and Remarkable Career Advancement Opportunities.
Requirements:
- Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) and be a graduate of an approved AMA school of Respiratory Therapy
- Must be knowledgeable of general, rehabilitative and restorative nursing and medical practices, procedures, laws, regulations and guidelines governing long term care
- Must be able to work flexible schedule including 12-hour shifts
- Patient care oriented
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Positive attitude
Duties:
- Provide general respiratory therapeutic services including oxygen, medical gas, humidification and suction therapies.
- Document patient/resident procedures, organize and analyze data, maintain accurate records.
- Communicate relevant patient/resident information to appropriate physicians and caregivers
- Provide staff education related to respiratory therapy
- Exhibits commitment to results by looking for and recommending/implementing process improvements
- Monitor patient/resident progress and update respiratory care plan as needed
Exceptional People providing Exceptional Care.
