Respiratory Therapist (RT)- FT. Worth & Southlake (21596)

Cantex Continuing Care Network • Fort Worth, TX

2d

About The Position

The primary purpose of the Respiratory Therapist position is to participate in and oversee the care of Residents with tracheostomy/stoma as prescribed by the attending physician, consistent with accepted standards of care and within the scope of RT training and licensure.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited School and a current and valid license in the applicable State
• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of one-year experience in a long-term or health care setting is preferred
• Knowledge of current trach care treatments and dressings

Responsibilities

• Observes, assesses, and treats Residents with trachs according to community polices, Federal, State, and local regulations
• Documents assessment and all related treatments in the medical record
• Consults with Director of Nurses/Attending Physician regarding changes in Residents tracheostomy care and condition
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed
• Identifies and secures equipment and supplies for trach care, changing tubing and all replaceable equipment on a weekly basis
• Ensures a safe environment for Resident population
• Has reviewed Cantex Senior Communities Clinical Policies and Procedures for Abuse Prevention and knows the employee's responsibility to enforce it
• Responsible for assuring patient/resident safety.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor

Benefits

• 401K with match
• CEU reimbursement
• vacation
• sick
• holidays
• medical
• dental
• supplemental insurance Plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed