What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Therapist position at Embassy of Lebanon?
Respiratory Therapist (RT)
Embassy of Lebanon | Lebanon, Ohio
Join a team where your clinical expertise makes a difference.
Embassy of Lebanon is seeking a compassionate and dependable Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join our clinical team. This is an excellent opportunity for an RT who enjoys working closely with residents, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary teams in a long-term care and skilled nursing environment.
We are looking for someone who brings strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and a resident-first approach to care. Our successful team members are guided by integrity, work ethic, compassion, and competence.
Responsibilities
- Provide respiratory therapy services in accordance with physician orders and individualized care plans.
- Assess and monitor residents with respiratory conditions and promptly communicate changes in condition.
- Administer prescribed respiratory treatments, therapies, and medications within scope of practice.
- Provide oxygen therapy and monitor respiratory equipment as appropriate.
- Assist with the management and monitoring of residents with tracheostomies and other complex respiratory needs.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
- Collaborate with nursing, physicians, rehabilitation, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team.
- Educate residents, families, and staff regarding respiratory treatments, equipment, and care needs.
- Follow infection prevention, safety, and facility policies and procedures.
- Respond appropriately to respiratory emergencies and changes in resident condition.
Qualifications
- Current Respiratory Therapist license in the State of Ohio.
- Current BLS/CPR certification.
- Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
- Previous experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, hospital, pulmonary, or respiratory care is preferred.
- Strong assessment, communication, and documentation skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary clinical team.
- Compassionate and professional approach to resident care.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
Additional Benefits
Telemedicine: $0 co-pay for telemedicine appointments, providing convenient access to medical consultations from home.
Unlimited Assistance: Access support for legal, financial, childcare, elder care, and other personal and family needs.
Mayo Clinic Programs: Access resources focused on fitness, lifestyle, mental wellness, and nutrition to support a healthy and balanced lifestyle.
Join Embassy of Lebanon
If you're a Respiratory Therapist looking for an opportunity where your skills are valued and you can make a meaningful impact on residents with complex respiratory needs, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to join the clinical team at Embassy of Lebanon!
Embassy of Lebanon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pay: From $45.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $45