Respiratory Therapist / RT / Full-Time

We are hiring for: Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Type: Regular If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services! Riverbend ICF - Children and Adults Location: New Bern, NC (On-Site) Employment Type: Full-time Compensation: $32+ (depending on role and experience) Incentives: $6,000 sign-on bonus is being offered. Schedule: 12 hour shifts; 7pm - 7am We are seeking passionate Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRTs) who are committed to caring for pediatric patients and adults, primarily those with tracheostomies. Duties and Responsibilities: - Deliver approved respiratory therapy services to all assigned service users in accordance with physician orders and regulatory standards. - Assess, monitor, and evaluate service users respiratory needs; provide interventions and modify care plans as needed. - Maintain clear and timely documentation in medical records, including respiratory assessments, treatments, and equipment use. - Communicate changes in service user conditions to nursing staff, the Director of Respiratory, and other team members. - Administer respiratory treatments and medications as prescribed, and train staff on proper administration when applicable. - Lead and support interdisciplinary team meetings by providing updates on respiratory conditions and recommendations. - Maintain and monitor respiratory equipment and supplies, ensuring availability and proper functionality. - Provide training and education to staff, families, and service users on respiratory care practices and emergency protocols. - Support workers compensation efforts by addressing respiratory health as part of injury prevention and care management. - Participate in quality assurance and facility assessments (e.g., Mealtime, Environmental, Interaction, and Third Shift Assessments). - Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area and ensure proper infection control procedures are followed. - Support crisis management efforts and provide calm, professional care during emergencies. - May access and appropriately handle protected health information (PHI) in compliance with HIPAA.