Respiratory Therapist - North Houston (18250)

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Job Summary:

The primary purpose of the Respiratory Therapist position is to participate in and oversee the care of Residents with tracheostomy/stoma as prescribed by the attending physician, consistent with accepted standards of care and within the scope of RT training and licensure.

Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited School and a current and valid license in the applicable State
• Minimum of one-year experience in a long-term or health care setting is preferred
• Knowledge of current trach care treatments and dressings
• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language

Essential Functions:

• Observes, assesses, and treats Residents with trachs according to community polices, Federal, State, and local regulations
• Documents assessment and all related treatments in the medical record
• Consults with Director of Nurses/Attending Physician regarding changes in Residents tracheostomy care and condition
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed
• Identifies and secures equipment and supplies for trach care, changing tubing and all replaceable equipment on a weekly basis
• Ensures a safe environment for Resident population
• Has reviewed Cantex Senior Communities Clinical Policies and Procedures for Abuse Prevention and knows the employee's responsibility to enforce it
• Responsible for assuring patient/resident safety.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor

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We are an Equal opportunity employer; We offer an excellent benefit plan to include 401K with match, CEU reimbursement, vacation, sick, holidays, medical, dental, and supplemental insurance Plans as well as a Highly competitive compensation package.