Respiratory Therapist - Home Care jobs in Poughkeepsie, NY

Respiratory Therapist Director

STARTING RATE: $46.00/hr. ($46.00 - $50.00/hr., depending on experience) 

SHIFT: Full-Time, Days

BENEFITS:

• Weekly Paychecks
• Referral Bonuses
• Peer Mentorship
• Generous Paid Time Off

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Respiratory Therapist Director shall carry out a variety of administrative and supervisory functions in directing activities in the Respiratory Care area.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow established and recognized facility guidelines and procedures

• Monitors and evaluates the administration of all Respiratory Care throughout the facility

•  Prepares staffing schedules, assigns, supervises and monitors daily duties and functions of Respiratory Care.

• Reviews and interprets work performance of Respiratory Care personnel against established standards.

• Assures that all Respiratory Care personnel are in compliance with established
  policy and procedures.

• Participates in and provides continuing education programs related to Respiratory Care.

• Provides an appropriate orientation program for new personnel hired with the Respiratory Care and Nursing area.

• Provides input to the Administrator regarding hiring and disciplining Respiratory Care personnel.

• Participates in the formulation and development of Respiratory Care policies and procedures.

• Participates on Infection Control, Quality Assurance, Fire & Safety and Utilization Review committees.

• Directs all aspects of Quality Assurance pertaining to Respiratory Care Services.

• Participates in Resident Care Planning.

• Handles resident and personnel grievances and/or refers them to the facility Administrator.

• Conducts regularly scheduled monthly Respiratory Care Staff meetings with appropriate documentation.

• Makes independent decisions regarding Respiratory Care and determines emergency measures to be instituted.

• Assists in performing marketing functions pertaining to all aspects of Respiratory Care.

• Interviews prospective personnel in the Respiratory Care area. Selects, hires, provides guidance, reviews performance and disciplines Respiratory personnel after approval of the facility Administrator.

• Assists in evaluating, and making admission recommendations pertaining to prospective residents.

• Determines the most suitable and efficient method of administering care to the residents in the Respiratory Care area which is compatible with the resident's physician medical orders.

•  Responsible for maintaining an adequate amount of medical supplies necessary to meet the daily needs of the Respiratory Care area.

• Maintains statistical data, prepares and submits reports as required / requested.

• Develops and maintains an appropriate Preventative Maintenance program for all equipment used in the Special Service area.

• Assists an participates in establishing good resident and community relations.

• Continues professional growth through current literature, professional meetings, institutes and work shops.

•  May be required to perform duties and functions of those listed for Respiratory Care Practitioners.

• May be responsible for other supervisory functions related to all operational areas not listed previously.

•  Maintains confidentiality of residents, fosters self respect and feelings of worth in residents by treating them with kindness and understanding. Knows and complies with residents rights. Immediately reports all residents grievances to the facility Administrator.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Respiratory Therapist licensed in NYS required
• Graduate of an AMA approved school for Respiratory Care required
• Experience in long-term care facility preferred
• Experience in a supervisory capacity in a hospital or extended care facility preferred
• Able to interpret patient information and make critical decisions about necessary actions
• Ability to supervise and work well with and show respect toward other health care personnel (i.e., CNAs, LPNs, physicians, etc.), residents and their family members
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to follow written and verbal instructions
• Physical endurance for frequent activity; ability to lift a minimum of 20 pounds

APPLY ONLINE OR SEND YOUR RESUME TO:

Taconic Rehabilitation and Nursing at Ulster

Attn: Cassidy Iula, Facility Recruiter

1 Wingate Way

Highland, NY 12528

CALL: (845) 768-6824 for more information

ABOUT US:

Taconic Health Care is a portfolio of three health care facilities in New York state, including: Taconic Rehabilitation and Nursing at Beacon in Beacon; Taconic Rehabilitation and Nursing at Hopewell in Fishkill; and Taconic Rehabilitation and Nursing at Ulster. We’re proud to be a family of high-quality health care providers that also includes Absolut Care, The McGuire Group and VestraCare.

Our team is comprised of charismatic, smile-bringing, life-saving, compassionate caregivers who love to make a difference in the lives of our residents. Together, we have the privilege of caring for and learning from more than 2,800 extraordinary legends while providing them with superior levels of nursing and rehabilitative services.

Our collective stories; our legends are what help define our organization and the outstanding care we provide. We are Legends Caring for Legends, and we invite you to join our team!