Respiratory Therapist in Winchester

At Powerback, we are on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive while providing essential therapy for children at home and in school. With over 38 years of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. We are proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and when it is needed most. Join an industry-leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact. If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you.

Benefits:

• We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full-Time team members.
• We offer Dental and Vision to Part-Time team members.
• Paid Time Off: We offer generous paid time off to Full-Time and Part-Time team members.
• Support for New Grads: Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field.
• Continuing Education: Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge.
• H-1B Visa & Relocation Assistance: We support Visa or Green Card sponsorships, plus our Journey Travel Program lets you work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
• Perks at Powerback: Enjoy exclusive discounts on wireless/TV, home/auto/renters and pet insurance, childcare, eldercare, and more.
• Earn rewards through our PowerZone Employee Recognition Program, and expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program.

Responsibilities:

• Under general supervision and medical direction performs respiratory care related procedures.
• Exercises considerable judgment in accordance with physician's treatment plan and within the scope of departmental policies and procedures.
• Scope of practice includes patient/family assessment and management, resource management, care facilitation, and discharge planning as required.
• Assesses resident's condition, administers prescribed therapy and aerosolized medications, observes and records resident's progress and response to therapy, including adverse reactions to drugs and therapy.
• Provides in-service training to residents, family members, and facility staff.
• Resident population is primarily adult and geriatric.
• Utilizes knowledge of development appropriate to the resident's age to ensure care meets unique physical and psychological needs.
• Involves appropriate parties in assessment, treatment, and continuing care as needed.
• Initiates, monitors and maintains life support systems for residents in the skilled nursing facility.
• Performs airway care and maintenance.
• Manages artificial ventilator status as directed by an approved protocol.
• Maintains and troubleshoots mechanical ventilators.
• Participates in CPR procedures of bag ventilation and closed chest massage.
• Initiates, monitors and documents performance of various respiratory care modalities.
• Performs respiratory assessments using physical assessment, history, labs, imaging, and pulmonary function testing to formulate a care plan per physician order.
• Performs tasks prior to treating a resident, including checking physician orders for completeness and documenting vital signs and observations.
• Coordinates with resident’s nurse and family as needed.
• Administers respiratory care procedures and medications, adjusts devices for optimal results, and documents care.
• Provides patient teaching and ensures eligibility for therapy.
• Inspects and tests equipment, maintains supplies, and performs administrative duties as required.
• Disposes of equipment properly.
• Assists in emergency CPR as part of the emergency team. Must be CPR certified.
• Initiates, administers, evaluates response to, and documents all therapy modalities per protocol and physician orders.
• Recognizes adverse reactions and takes appropriate action.
• Documents all resident care services in the medical record.
• Transcribes verbal orders related to respiratory care procedures and maintains log entries for oxygen and equipment.
• Educates residents and families on rationale and methodology of procedures to facilitate cooperation and rehabilitation goals.
• Attends educational programs and keeps current with professional journals to maintain competencies.
• Participates in interdisciplinary rounds and quality assurance data collection.
• Participates in the delivery of rehab services per care plan and ensures timely documentation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• A Respiratory Therapist must have a high level of knowledge of respiratory therapy and practice, through completion of a NBRC approved program and one year of clinical practice under medical direction.
• Must have a current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification and current State Licensure for a Respiratory Care Practitioner.

Posted Salary Range: USD $33.87 - USD $37.22 /Hr.