Position Summary:

A respiratory therapist provides and administers respiratory care services such as the administration of oxygen, therapeutic gas and mist inhalation in accordance with physician's orders, and ensure the proper management of all therapeutic diagnostics. The respiratory therapist will also handle ventilator care, tracheotomy care, and all respiratory modalities to residents. 

Note: All employees of Cascadia Healthcare are required to submit and be cleared to work in the facility per each state’s specific background check requirements prior to contact with patients/residents. 

Qualifications Education: 

- Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Program and a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NRBC) Associate or Bachelors in Respiratory - health sciences or business management related fields preferred.

Licenses/Certification: 

-  Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care. 

-  Minimum 3+ years’ experience as a Respiratory Therapist. 

-  Experience with Trach Care and Ventilator Management in skilled nursing home, LTACH or hospital setting.

-  Current CPR certification. 

-  Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

-  Establishes and administers a treatment plan with specific respiratory goals determined according to the patient's capacity and tolerance under the direction of the physician. 

-  Assesses patient needs; plans for, evaluates and modifies care to meet goals of respiratory therapy interventions. 

-  Performs necessary procedures with non-invasive methods such as CPAP and BIPAP therapies 

-  Educates and counsels staff members on basic respiratory therapy procedures 

-  Engages in diagnostic evaluation, treatment and control of deficiencies and abnormal functions found in the patient’s cardiopulmonary system

-  Collaborates with nursing staff to administer blood gas samples and perform basic analysis 

-  Collaborates with all disciplines to plan and evaluate team goals for each patient. 

-  Sets realistic and achievable goals for patients/residents. 

-  Documents and records the patients’/residents’ condition and progress per state and federal regulations. 

-  Educates patients and families in an appropriate therapy method. 

-  Optimizes the functionality and skills of patients by providing, directing and/or overseeing the screening of all residents. 

-  Communicates patient status and needs to the patient, family, and other involved professionals. 

-  Ensures punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts. 

Other Functions 

-  Provides consultation and clinical supervision to RTA’s working in the facility, if applicable. 

-  Conducts job responsibilities in according with the standards set out in the company’s Code of Conduct, its policies and procedures, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable professional standards. 

-  Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities 

-  Ability to maintain confidentiality. 

-  Knowledge of HIPAA. 

-  General knowledge and understanding of managed care. 

-  Knowledge of state and federal rules relating to therapy delivery and documentation in skilled nursing facilities. Core Values & Behaviors that Improve Lives 

-  Demonstrates a culture of service and a commitment to doing “good” by improving lives. 

-  Regularly exhibits behaviors that support the values of the company – Family, Ownership, Responsibility, Celebration, and Experience.

-  Work ethic reflects a passion for exceeding patient/resident expectations. 

-  Solicits patient/resident feedback to understand their needs and the needs of the community. Advocates for raising the bar of patient/resident care within the facility and influences others to take actions that increase the quality of person-centered care. 

-  Displays responsibility by taking ownership of quality care. Shows dedication to enriching the lives of our patients/residents through empathy and compassion. 

-  Exhibits a commitment to results by looking for and recommending/implementing process for performance improvements. 

-  Demonstrates commitment to interpersonal excellence through professional greetings, proper telephone and email/social media etiquette, common courtesy, a professional attitude and appearance. 

-  Enriches the facility culture by participating in company hosted and endorsed celebrations and events. 

-  Recognizes the benefits of team collaboration. Shows respect for fellow employees by working together to get the job done. 

-  Effectively addresses patient/resident and family member concerns and resolves conflict in a manner that is consistent with our culture. 

-  Complies with company policies, as well as governing state and federal laws and regulations. Seeks clarification of leaders when there are questions of policy or governing law. 

-  Protects patient/resident privacy and dignity. 

-  Maintains positivity while interacting with co-workers, patients/residents and guests at the facility.

- Other Duties as assigned.