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Respiratory Therapist
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What they do
A Respiratory Therapist assists patients who have trouble breathing because of a chronic respiratory illness, trauma, or other conditions. Administers tests to diagnose breathing problems, performs treatments to help patients breathe easier, or sets up breathing equipment such as ventilators. Works closely with physicians and other healthcare workers, and may also assist in providing emergency care to patients suffering from heart attacks, drowning, or shock. Works in hospitals; may also provide care and counseling to patients in their homes.
$87,294 / year median in Massachusetts
+19% projected growth
Job Description
Full Time Position Oakhill Healthcare is seeking an exceptional Respiratory Therapist Currently seeking an exceptional Respiratory Therapist to join our team in our Oakhill Healthcare facility. Are you looking for a great employment opportunity? Are you passionate about your Respiratory Therapist career, then look no further, come and join our great team here at Oakhill Healthcare! #Teamwork&enjoymentinworkingtogether #Care&Compassion #Weappreciateyou #Wearecommittedtoyou #Longevity #Health&wellness #Thisisus Major Duties and Responsibilities Plans, develops, organizes, implements, evaluates and directs the delivery of respiratory care services as well as its programs and activities, in accordance with current state and federal laws and regulations; and respective practice act(s) in the state. Plans, develops, organizes, implements, evaluates, and directs the execution of respiratory care services in accordance with physician's orders, the American Association of Respiratory Care, and the Respiratory Care Board of Massachusetts. Coordinates the achievement and reporting of the facility's key performance respiratory care indicators. Establishes an ongoing system to monitor these key indicators. Evaluates and reports key performance indicator outcomes of respiratory care to the Director of Nursing to determine the need for action such as re-education or revisions related to the facility's outcomes, regulatory compliance, practice act(s) and/or customer satisfaction. Develops and implements processes and systems to effectively lead, guide and direct the delivery of respiratory care services including but not limited to processes for the timely screening, evaluation, treatment, discharge and all associated documentation requirements for residents in the facility. Complies with facility policies and procedures for appropriately documenting, billing and coding for residents receiving respiratory care services. Required Qualifications The Respiratory Therapist must possess: A valid, unrestricted license in his/her therapy discipline in the state. Meet educational requirements of his/her licensure requirements. Valid driver's license in the state of employment preferred. Knowledgeable of skilled nursing home regulations, procedures, laws, regulations and guidelines pertaining to long-term care preferred. Benefits include but not limited to: Paid time off (vacation, sick, holiday) Medical FSA Dental Vision Life Insurance 401(k) Perks Life Assistance Program Home and Auto Insurance Discounts Verizon wireless discounts (22% discount) Six Flags discounts If you have a passion for helping people, for making them feel safe, respected, cared for and listened to, then your next step is with us.