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Respiratory Therapist (RT)

The Carpenter Health Network
Opelousas, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/30/2026

Now hiring for Full-Time Respiratory Therapist (RT) in Opelousas, LA!

***$7,500 Sign-On Bonus***

Why Join Us?

At Sage Specialty Hospital (LTAC), we invest in our people through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) — a unique benefit that makes you a true employee-owner.

As part of our team, you’ll receive company stock at no cost to you, with benefits that include:

  • Building long-term wealth for your future
  • Enjoying a retirement benefit you don’t pay for
  • Sharing directly in the success you help create every day

We offer: Incredible Work Schedule, Excellent Pay, Complete Benefits Package including; Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), 401-K, Free CEU online accreditation courses and Remarkable Career Advancement Opportunities.

Requirements:

  • Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) and be a graduate of an approved AMA school of Respiratory Therapy
  • Must be knowledgeable of general, rehabilitative and restorative nursing and medical practices, procedures, laws, regulations and guidelines governing long term care
  • Must be able to work flexible schedule including 12-hour shifts
  • Patient care oriented
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Positive attitude

Duties:

  • Provide general respiratory therapeutic services including oxygen, medical gas, humidification and suction therapies.
  • Document patient/resident procedures, organize and analyze data, maintain accurate records.
  • Communicate relevant patient/resident information to appropriate physicians and caregivers
  • Provide staff education related to respiratory therapy
  • Exhibits commitment to results by looking for and recommending/implementing process improvements
  • Monitor patient/resident progress and update respiratory care plan as needed

Make a difference in the lives of others — and your own — with Sage Specialty Hospital (LTAC). Apply today!

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