What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Therapist position at Heinzerling Community?
At Heinzerling Community, our mission is to provide a loving and nurturing environment that enriches the development, education, and quality of life of individuals who have severe and profound developmental disabilities. Resident length of stay is measured in decades rather than days.
We are seeking a caring and compassionate Respiratory Therapist who will provide high quality respiratory care for children and adult residents. Respiratory Therapists at Heinzerling Community have the opportunity to treat our specialized population as part of the best ventilator program for the DD population in Central Ohio. We are growing and advancing our ventilator program using state-of-the-art patient monitoring equipment.
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION: The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for overseeing respiratory care under the orders of the Medical Director. The RT is also responsible for completion of all documentation, communication, maintenance of respiratory equipment, and continuing training of staff related to respiratory needs of residents, including those receiving ventilator support.
Summary of Duties
- Provide high quality respiratory therapy services for Heinzerling Community residents utilizing state-of-the-art patient monitoring equipment
- Manage acute and chronic respiratory care for residents in collaboration with the Medical Director and Nursing team
- Assist in the development and maintenance of respiratory-related policies and procedures
- Provide training for staff who are working with residents needing respiratory assistance
- Assesses knowledge and skills of staff who provide direct respiratory services
- Develop respiratory-related education for staff and families and train them annually and as needed to ensure competency
- Evaluate, track, and maintain respiratory-related equipment
Requires
- Valid Ohio license or permit for practicing Respiratory care
- Chronic care and experience with ventilators preferred
- Experience with the Developmental Disabilities population and experience with individuals with highly complex continuous needs is preferred. Must maintain current certification in CPR and First Aid
Heinzerling Benefits:
- Full time and Part time start earning Paid Time Off on your first day
- Awesome Retirement plan with 50% company match!
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Medical, dental, vision on the 1st of the month after 60 days of employment
- Build relationships with our residents that last a lifetime!
To learn more about Heinzerling Community, enjoy this video (open in new tab): Welcome to Heinzerling Community!
Heinzerling Community is a Substance Free Workplace and does not accommodate drug or medical marijuana use.
