Respiratory Therapist

Company: Centers Health Care
Location: Newark
Posted on: February 22, 2021

Job Description:

Respiratory TherapistRichmond Center is actively seeking a Respiratory Therapist for our Skilled Nursing Facility in Staten Island, NY.DUTIES:* Interviewing & examining Residents regarding their respiratory ailments* Diagnosing respiratory ailments & testing Resident lung capacities* Examining test results and identifying issues* Removing mucus and other fluids from Resident's lungs* Clearing Residents' airways of physical obstructions* Educating Residents on lung health and disease prevention* Instructing Residents on the proper use of equipment & or respiratory care procedures.* Providing emergency resuscitation in cases of ceased breathing* Determining Resident treatment plans with supervising physician* Comply with all required safety and infection control procedures.* Demonstrate respect for the Resident's beliefs and property.REQUIREMENTS:* Graduate of an accredited program for respiratory therapy.* Respiratory care experience preferred.* Current and valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.* Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills* Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and communication skillLOCATION:Staten Island, NYRC2005LB123ABOUT US:Richmond Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare is a 372-bed rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility located in the borough of Staten Island. Our size enables a warm, nurturing environment, which allows each resident to maintain his/her individuality. Our staff is committed to ensuring the highest quality of life for all our residents, by maintaining each resident's dignity and independence. Richmond Center is a proud member of the Centers Health Care consortium.Centers Health Care is a fully integrated post-acute care continuum offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing services in more than 45 locations covering four states. In addition, we provide special services including in-center and home dialysis, ventilator care, and care for those with Alzheimer's. The Centers Health Care family offers Skilled Nursing, Urgent Care, Managed Care, Renal Dialysis Services, Clinical Laboratory Services, Adult Day Health Care, and Assisted Living services, as well as every level of Home Care. Centers is well known for our commitment to our employees, offering outstanding ongoing training and development, career advancement opportunities, competitive pay rates, generous compensation packages and more.CentersHealthCare.com/careersEqual Opportunity Employer -M/F/D/VPowered by JazzHRxFWGq62veB

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