Respiratory Therapist

Signature HealthCARE of East Louisville is a 128-bed facility offering long-term care facility is noted for its Center for Advanced Diabetes Care, inpatient and outpatient rehab, in-house dialysis, wound care, as well as 24-hour skilled nursing care for recently hospitalized and chronically ill patients. It is our mission as a family-based organization to revolutionize the healthcare industry through a culture of resident centered healthcare services, personalized spirituality, and real quality of life initiatives.

Signature HealthCARE is a family-based healthcare company offering integrated services across multiple states. Our continuum of care includes skilled nursing, rehabilitation, assisted and memory care, and home-based services supported by innovative technologies like telehealth and Care.ai-enabled solutions.

We are committed to advancing person-directed care and quality outcomes. Many of our facilities continue to receive high performance ratings and accreditations. As an award-winning organization recognized over the years by national outlets such as U.S. News & World Report, we take pride in fostering compassionate care environments and being an employer of choice in the healthcare industry.

Principal duties are to assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders. The Respiratory Therapist assumes primary responsibility for all respiratory care modalities. The Respiratory Therapist initiates and conducts therapeutic procedures; maintains patient records; and selects, assembles, checks, and operates appropriate equipment as per medical practitioner orders. Duties will also include offering training and education to residents, families, and other Stakeholders. Provide respiratory therapy services according to practice guidelines and evidence-based disease management

• Conduct screenings for pulmonary rehabilitation.
• Perform pulmonary evaluations.
• Document in the medical record to include treatments, outcomes, and evaluations.
• Participate in the care plan and care plan meeting.
• Work as part of a team of physicians, nurses and other health care professionals to manage patient care.
• Audit charts on a periodic basis.
• Maintain knowledge of CPAP/BPAP and ventilators.
• Read medical orders, measure arterial blood gases, and review patient information to assess patient condition.
• Able to perform testing such as ABG, Pulmonary Function Test and other labs

• Graduate of an approved program by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC).
• Licensure appropriate to the state the Respiratory Therapist is working in.
• Certifications related to the position; including certification by the National Board of Respiratory Care, CPR, etc.
• Maintain and enhance technical skills and clinical competencies.
• Minimum of one (1) year previous job experience preferred; long-term care field preferred.

Great Opportunity at East Louisville

PRN Respiratory Therapist typically 10 hour shifts 

Must have great clinical skills, Licensed Respiratory Therapist Proficient in all aspects of respiratory care

Live with Purpose at Signature HealthCARE

Our exceptional benefits and Signature Perks are designed to support your health, wealth, and well-being, including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• First Stop Health Virtual Healthcare
• 401(k) & Roth 401(k)
• Company-Paid & Voluntary Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holiday Incentive Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement & Tuition Discounts with Select Universities
• Student Debt Assistance (eligible SNF RNs & LPNs)
• Uniform Allowance
• Partner Perks Discount Program
• Perfect Attendance Program
• Pay Advance & Next Day Pay
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Support Beyond Benefits with VitalLink and the Signature Inspire Foundation

At Signature HealthCARE, our team members are empowered—not just encouraged—to use their talents and abilities to solve problems. 
Our culture is built on three pillars: Learning, Spirituality, and Intra-preneurship.

Each pillar has dedicated initiatives that strengthen our culture and create opportunities for growth.

Come see what the revolution is all about!

Signature HealthCARE is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all applicants and stakeholders.