Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Rhode Island

Job Title: Respiratory Therapist Company: Genesis Health Care Location: Coventry, RI Description: Respiratory Health Services (RHS) is recognized as one of the nation's leaders in the long-term care pulmonary arena. We began our evolution in 1991 by co-creating the original model of respiratory care in the long-term care industry. Today, RHS has grown to become one of the largest and strongest respiratory care organizations in the country and we’d like you to join our team!This is for a fulltime day position at our new vent unit in Coventry, RI.The respiratory therapist performs respiratory care related procedures under general supervision and medical direction. He/she exercises considerable judgment in accordance with physician's treatment plan and within the scope of departmental policies and procedures. Assesses resident's condition, administers prescribed therapy and aerosolized medications, observes and records resident's progress and response to therapy modalities including adverse reactions to drugs and therapy. Provides in-service training to residents, family members, and nursing home staff.Scope of practice is primarily adult and geriatric residents. Utilizes knowledge of the principles of growth and development appropriate to the resident's age to ensure that care provided meets the unique, physical and psychological needs of the resident. Involves appropriate parties (I.e. resident's family or nursing home staff) in the assessment, treatment, and continuing care of the resident as needed. A Respiratory Therapist must have a high level of knowledge of respiratory therapy and practice required through completion of a NBRC approved and accredited program and one year of clinical practice experience under medical direction. Must have a current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification and current State Licensure for a Respiratory Care Practitioner.

Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist Company: Location: Providence, RI Description: 13 position Night Shift Minimum of 2 years acute care experience RRT only Available for an ASAP start Please email your information and you will receive a call shortly

Job Title: Respiratory Manager Company: Women & Infants Location: Providence, RI Description: Job DescriptionThe Respiratory Manager coordinates and supervises the daily operations of the Respiratory Department to ensure the highest quality of service is given. The incumbent performs clinical evaluation of patients in all units and administers respiratory therapy as required. Supervises the instruction of new and existing staff, manages Human Resources, and performs other job-related duties as required. Required Education Bachelors Degree in Applied Science or related field required with five to seven years experience in Respiratory Care, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have supervisory experience; one year neonatal experience highly desirable. Must have CRT; Registered Respiratory Therapist preferred, but Registry eligibility will be considered. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and fluency in the English language required.