Respiratory Therapist (RT)

LTAC•Lake Charles, LA

12h

About The Position

Now hiring for Full-time and PRN Respiratory Therapists (RTs) in Lake Charles, LA! Make a real impact while working with a collaborative team dedicated to exceptional respiratory care! We offer you: Incredible Work Schedule, Excellent Pay and Remarkable Career Advancement Opportunities. Make a difference in the lives of others and your own with Sage Specialty Hospital (LTAC). Apply today! #THERPD

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

Responsibilities

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