Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist

Location

Missoula, MT

Department

Nursing Services

Shifts Hiring

Part-time, Full-time

WHO WE ARE:

The Village Health & Rehabilitation offers 193 skilled nursing beds and provides the support residents and patients need through a wide range of skilled nursing care, restorative therapies and memory care. This award-winning community has been serving the Missoula area since 1981. Our neighboring community, The Village Senior Residence, offers independent living, assisted living and memory care if other services or care is needed. It is the commitment of our team members to help each resident and patient lead a purposeful life and strive to deliver an exceptional experience through Platinum Service.

SUMMARY OF ROLE:

The Respiratory Therapist plays an integral role in the success of our team, our community and creating a place our residents are proud to call home.

The primary purpose of this position is to administer medically prescribed programs and treatments to restore function and prevent disability following disease, injury, or impairment with focus on providing and documenting basic Respiratory Therapy procedures in the SNF setting. Utilizes training and clinical skills to assess patients and participates in the development of an interdisciplinary rehabilitation plan of care, where applicable. Under the daily direction of the Director of Nursing, coordinates and maintains a schedule which involves approximately 75% direct patient care activities.

PLATINUM SERVICE:

We take pride in delivering Platinum Service, our commitment to put residents and their families at the heart of everything we do. Join our team and come see why our team members consistently place The Village Health above other senior living competitors as a great place to work.

SHIFT:

Full-time or Part-time | Rotating schedule | Flexible scheduling available

Wage:

Based on experience and licensing

WHY WORK FOR US:

Medical and Prescription Coverage

Dental and Vision Coverage

FSA & HSA Account Options

Access to Health Care & Mental Health E-Visits

$10k Life Insurance Coverage*

Supplemental Insurance Options

Pet Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Generous Company Matching Benefits

Paycheck Advances with Rain Instant Pay

Employee Support Program (EAP)

Tuition Discounts & Reimbursement with Rasmussen College

Team Member Referral Bonus

Shift Differentials

LifeMart Employee Discounts

OnShift Engage Bonus and Incentives

Generous Paid Time Off & Discounted Travel Accommodations

*Benefits available to eligible employees with enrollment in a medical insurance plan. Eligibility may vary by position, average hours worked, length of service, and/or location.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

THERAPY FUNCTIONS:

Administers specified components of therapy programs for patients in accordance with state practice acts, through the use of accepted treatment methods as described by recognized standards of practice, company policies and its agents, and applicable reimbursement guidelines for rehabilitation, as prescribed by physicians, to rehabilitate a person to his/her maximum functional ability.

Utilizes system established by the company for scheduling treatments, maintaining and communicating work schedules, preparing work assignments, maintaining and reporting productivity, and performing clinical supervision for support staff. Performs work in an efficient manner to meet productivity standards and to display equity of duties, patient care and other tasks, among members of the staff.

Displays behaviors which promote customer satisfaction and promotes positive work relationships with members of the staff and staff from facilities where services are provided.

Performs assessments and treatments, observing all policies for timeliness, and utilizes specific procedures, forms, and format for documentation and communication of information. Documents appropriate clinical information in an organized and legible manner, according to company policy and with demonstrated knowledge of applicable reimbursement guidelines.

Promotes a safe work culture through the use of safe work practices including automobile use and proper body mechanics. Represents safe work practices to coworkers to make safety awareness a requirement for each employee's satisfactory job performance.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Previous Respiratory experience either in long term care or hospital setting.

Preferred 6 months - 1 year experience.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS:

License in Respiratory therapy required, either CRT or RRT in this state