Respiratory Therapist Part Time

JOBSUMMARY: Theprimary purpose of the Registered Respiratory Therapist position is to performcritical and non-critical respiratory care procedures and/or diagnosticprocedures through physician directives. JOB DUTIES& RESPONSIBILITIES: • Possessan in-depth knowledge of cardiopulmonary patho-physiology and clinicalapplications of respiratory care principles essential to allow employee toassist the physician in assessing the efficacy or therapy and devising aneffective therapy care plan. • Effectivecommunication skills in dealing with patients of all ages, staff members andphysicians. • Numericalability to evaluate statistical data and make various computations. • Clericalability to read reports and utilize data accurately. • Abilityto follow various respiratory care and to recognize possible hazards and toxiceffects of gases and therapy. • Abilityto plan and organize work in an efficient manner. JOBREQUIREMENTS: Education • Certificateof completion from an AMA approved Respiratory Therapy Program and Registeredby the AARC. Experience • Twoyears or more. • Licensedby the state in which you work as a Registered Respiratory Therapist. SpecificRequirements • Mustbe able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. • Mustpossess the ability to make independent decisions. • Mustpossess the ability to deal tactfully with associates, residents, familymembers, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public. • Musthave advanced training in long-term care administration. • Mustbe proficient in the use of personal computers and Microsoft Windowsapplications. • Musthave general knowledge of computer systems, electronic medical records • Mustbe knowledgeable of reimbursement regulations and nursing practices andprocedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining tolong-term care administration. • Mustpossess the ability to work harmoniously with and supervise others. • Mustpossess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret theprogram, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessaryfor providing quality long-term care and maintaining a sound operation. • Mustbe thoroughly familiar with laws, regulations, and guidelines governingpersonnel administration. • Musthave patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as must bewilling to handle residents, associates, and visitors, based on whatevermaturity level at which they are currently functioning. • Mustpossess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing toincorporate them into existing practices. • Mustbe able to maintain good personnel relations and employee morale. • Mustbe able to read and interpret financial records, reports, etc. • Mustbe able to communicate policies, procedures, regulations, reports, etc., topersonnel, residents, family members, visitors, and governmentagencies/personnel. • Mustnot pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in theworkplace. Physical andSensory Requirements Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday. Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position. Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met. Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies. Must meet the general health requirement set forth by the policies of this facility, which include a medical and physical examination. Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at time hostile people within the facility. Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility, which include a medical and physical examination. Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of five (5) pounds to a minimum height of three (3) feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of five (5) feet. Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations. Sitting: 1 hour per 8-hour shift. Alternates frequently to standing or walking. Standing: 1-2 hours per 8-hour shift. Alternates frequently to walking and occasionally to sitting. Walking: 5-6 hours per 8 hour shift. Alternates frequently to standing and occasionally to sitting. Lifting: 1-10 lbs. Continuously 11-20 lbs. Continuously 21-75 lbs. Frequently > 75 lbs. Frequently Carrying: 1-10 lbs. Continuously 11-20 lbs. Frequently 21-35 lbs. Occasionally Driving: Rarely Pushing: Frequently Bending: Continuously Squatting: Frequently Kneeling: Occasionally Crawling: Rarely Climbing: Rarely Reaching: Continuously Grasping: Frequently Fine Manipulation: Frequently (Frequency: Never=0%; Rarely=1-10%; Occasionally=11=33%; Frequently = 34-66%;Continuously = 67%+) EqualEmployment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and do not discriminate onthe basis of race, color, age, sex, religion, veteran's status, nationalorigin, disability, marital status, or any other Please visit our careers page to see more job opportunities.

Created: 2026-03-10