Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Competitive Wages - Great Benefits. Are you looking for a stable company to call home? Arbors at Marietta not only offers you leading marketing wages, but a rewarding experience to work with other warm-hearted team members who will support and guide you along your clinical career path. At the end of each day, our professional success and personal fulfilment is the reward for making a difference in the lives of our residents. Why Choose Arbors of Ohio? No matter where you reside or consider relocating to, we are proud to be one of the largest providers of skilled nursing long-term care and short-term rehabilitation services with 16 centers located throughout Ohio. While you contribute to the compassionate care for our residents, we strive to provide support, training, and commitment for you to achieve your career goals. Perks and Benefits We Offer: Bonding with our residents; together with you, we are their home. Flexibility in scheduling to accommodate your work/life balance Flexible pay options; get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly through OnShift Wallet Excellent career advancement opportunities Drug, Dental, and Vision insurance benefits through leading healthcare insurance providers to meet your healthcare needs and preferences for you and your family. Effective 2024 we are pleased to offer our full-time employees a variety of medical coverage options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield. Employee Benefits Concierge to assist you in navigating and maximizing your benefits Choose from three Pet Insurance options for your beloved furry friend Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment programs Company Paid Life Insurance Company paid vacation days with rollover option and sick time 401K retirement program Health Saving Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Unlimited Employee Referral Bonuses and more. TEXT: RT AMAR to Thank you for considering a career with us. We can't wait to meet you. Summary: Under the direction of management, is responsible for providing clinical direction and in-services regarding patient care and other respiratory related issues to the facility. Qualifications: Education: A CRT or RRT license and a graduate of an AMA approved school for respiratory care is required. Licenses/Certification: Valid Respiratory Care Practitioner license in the state employed. Valid CPR certification. Vent Certified, preferred. Experience: One year of respiratory therapy experience preferred in a long term care setting. Essential Functions: Provides respiratory related services for established times or services within the Respiratory Care Practitioner scope of services. This may include: testing the patient for qualifying clinical needs, gathering information, completing and/or submittng the information to the facility. Records all pertinent information on respiratory care records and patient charts. This includes consults, recommendations, and pertinent conversations with physicians, staff, patient, patient family members or other caregivers. Verbal or telephone orders should be handled according to facility policy. Assists facility in regulatory issues, insuring that respiratory equipment and supplies are stored in appropriate storage area, and appropriate signs and documentation are provided within the facility. Takes care of routine mail, phone calls and pages as necessary. Also completes necessary filing and faxing. Communicates with facility staff regarding relevant clinical and operational issues regarding the program and patient care issues. Assess for patient's respiratory needs. Assess oxygen saturation and use of pulse ox. Be able to assess ventilator patients and work with ventilator. Complete treatment and ventilator checks in a timely fashion. Notifies supervisor of any facility concerns or needs. Completes TARs at the end of each month checking for accurate information. The ability to assess for decanulization and weanings. May participate in a wide variety of special projects. Resolves rountine problems and communicates soluntion to appropriate personnel. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Ability to work independently in a consulting capacity. Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team. Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization. Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations. Ability to organize a schedule and work to meet facility needs. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Excellent organizational skills. Disclaimer: This description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work for this position. It is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities that may be periodically assigned.