Respiratory Therapist - Palm Valley Post Acute

Haywood Post Acute

Onsite
Perform focused patient interviews
Assess signs of physiologic changes
Adhere to infection control procedures
Haywood Post Acute is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for day shifts from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm. The role involves performing respiratory therapy and care for patients with pulmonary issues, requiring a minimum of an Associate Degree and relevant certifications

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose of this position is to perform respiratory therapy, management, rehabilitation, and direct care to patients with pulmonary system abnormalities.
  • Employees must assess signs and symptoms indicating physiologic and psychosocial changes in the patient's condition and document potential diagnoses.
  • The role requires adherence to emergency, safety, and infection control procedures while maintaining strict confidentiality of protected health information.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Haywood Post Acute is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for day shifts from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm. The role involves performing respiratory therapy and care for patients with pulmonary issues, requiring a minimum of an Associate Degree and relevant certifications.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Perform focused patient interviews
  • Assess signs of physiologic changes
  • Adhere to infection control procedures
  • Report respiratory status changes immediately
  • Maintain resident confidentiality

Nice-to-have

  • Good interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to work in low noise environment
  • Experience with office equipment

Key Requirements

  • Associate Degree from accredited school
  • Graduate of respiratory care program
  • Current Respiratory Care Practitioner license
  • Current CPR/BLS certification
  • Current ACLS certification
  • One year acute/subacute experience preferred

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