Astoria Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation is a leading provider of Skilled Nursing Services and Long-Term Care in Canton, Ohio. The facility is currently seeking a skilled professional to fill the position of a Respiratory Therapy Director.
Essential Job Duties:
- Setup, which includes demonstration and education, of respiratory therapy equipment in office, lab and/or patient’s home and completion of appropriate documentation.
- Provides and operates all respiratory equipment as defined by scope of service at the location. This includes, but not limited to: oxygen therapy, cough assist, nasal PAP, noninvasive ventilation, oximeters, nebulizers and apnea monitors.
- Perform clinical assessments, which includes, but not limited to: BS, cough, sputum, dyspnea, pain, fever, hearing, skin color, vision, vital signs, circulation, spirometry, mental status, activity and medicine profile.
- Responsible for routine patient follow-up contacts based on policy and procedures and individual patient needs.
- Provide ongoing client visits for equipment maintenance and care planning.
- Maintain good relations with clients and consults with referring physicians regarding patient treatment, medical conditions and home environments.
- Pick up, check and clean equipment as required.
- Maintain daily route and work sheet.
- Assist in resolving client equipment problems under emergency conditions when appropriate.
- Perform routine preventive maintenance and simple repairs on equipment as required.
- Assist in the inventory management of respiratory equipment and supplies.
- Participates in ongoing education and training regarding respiratory patient care.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $37.00 per hour
Benefits:
Shift:
Weekly schedule:
Education:
Experience:
- Respiratory therapy: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
Work Location: In person