Casa Azul Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking a qualified and dedicated full-time Respiratory Therapist. Come join a TEAM where YOU can make a difference.
Shift: 7pm - 7am
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Conducts physician prescribed treatments of a routine opening Intermittent Positive Pressure Breathing (IPPB) machine, various nasal oxygen devices and ultrasonic nebulizer in order to administer prescribed medication vapors and gases, humidity and various oxygen concentrations to the respiratory system of the resident.
- Performs chest physical therapy treatments involving percussion, postural drainage, and suctioning in order to loosen and mobilize secretions and mucus in the lungs and to clear airway blockage in the respiratory system.
- Explain purpose and procedure of treatments, test and equipment to the resident.
- Makes regular rounds checking patient’s oxygen equipment, filing room humidifiers, as well as spot-checking other respiratory therapy equipment on a timely basis.
- Participate in educational development of the Respiratory Care Department by providing in-service·
Position Qualifications
- Clinical licensure required (RT, RRT, CRT, RCP)
- Active Respiratory Therapist license in the State of Texas
- CPR certification
Benefits include:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- PTO
- Sick
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life and Disability Plans
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $32.00 - $38.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Healthcare setting:
- Long term care
- Rehabilitation center
Shift:
License/Certification:
- RRT (Preferred)
- CRT (Required)
Work Location: In person