Respiratory Therapist
6 days ago
Alma, Arkansas, United States
Masonic Pathways
Full time
Job SummaryWe are seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our team at Masonic Pathways Senior Living Services. As a Respiratory Therapist, you will be responsible for assessing, monitoring, and treating patients with respiratory illnesses or declines in baseline health.
Responsibilities- Assess and monitor patients with respiratory illnesses or declines in baseline health
- Develop and implement treatment plans to improve patient outcomes
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate continuity of care
- Communicate effectively with nurses and physicians about patient conditions and diagnostic results
- Participate in multidisciplinary team rounds on ventilator, tracheostomy, and other respiratory patients
- Provide education on ventilator management, tracheostomy care, suctioning, and ventilator weaning
- Respond quickly and accurately to changes in patient condition and staff concerns
- Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program with an Associate's degree
- Advanced level accreditation (RRT) through the National Board of Respiratory Care preferred
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in Critical Care/Emergency Care/Ventilator management
- Prior experience in organizing and providing education
- Prior experience working with protocols
Masonic Pathways Senior Living Services is a not-for-profit continuing care retirement community offering independent and assisted living, short-stay rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and memory care services to over 400 residents. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from qualified candidates.