Respiratory Therapist Part-Time

Linwood Meadows Care Center - Visalia, CA
Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing high-quality respiratory care services in accordance with professional standards, facility policies, and physician directives.

This role requires strong clinical assessment skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members.

The individual in this position must demonstrate sound judgment, adherence to safety protocols, and a commitment to maintaining resident confidentiality and delivering person-centered care.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities


* Receive and follow daily schedules, instructions, and protocols as assigned by the supervisor and outlined in facility policies


* Adhere to all established policies and procedures within the facility or unit assigned


* Conduct focused interviews and assessments to identify patient needs and changes in respiratory status


* Assess physiological and psychosocial signs and symptoms indicating changes in resident condition


* Collect, analyze, and interpret data from the healthcare team, documenting actual and/or potential diagnoses


* Develop and implement care plans and expected outcomes based on assessments and patient needs


* Perform respiratory care interventions according to identified priorities, care plans, facility standards, and regulatory requirements


* Follow all emergency, safety, and infection control procedures


* Report changes in residents' respiratory status promptly to the Director/Supervisor of Respiratory Care Services, primary nurse, and physician as needed


* Maintain good working relationships with nursing, medical, and interdisciplinary staff


* Participate in activities promoting effective communication and teamwork


* Protect resident confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and facility privacy policies


* Report suspected or known violations of protected health information immediately to the Administrator


* Assume responsibility and accountability for performing all duties within scope


* Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with facility policies

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Qualifications
Education & Experience


* Associate Degree from an accredited respiratory care program required


* Bachelor of Science in a healthcare-related field preferred


* Minimum one (1) year of respiratory experience in an acute and/or subacute care setting preferred

Certificates, Licenses & Registrations


* Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license in the state of California


* Current CPR/BLS and ACLS certifications


* Knowledge of basic office equipment preferred

Skills & Abilities


* Ability to read, interpret, and apply information from professional journals, regulations, technical procedures, and care guidelines
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