Respiratory Therapist

Job Description: Respiratory Therapists are a valuable member of our health care team who are responsible for coordinating and providing direct respiratory therapy to the residents.
About us: Especially Kidz is a pediatric skilled nursing facility in Shelbyville, Indiana. Especially Kidz is seeking compassionate Respiratory Therapists to become a part of our team where our primary goal is to provide exceptional care to our residents.
About the Role: Especially Kidz is seeking Respiratory Therapists in our skilled nursing facilities to

• Provide routine respiratory therapy as well as trach care, trach changes, high flow heated humidification, Cough Assist, mechanical vest therapy and ventilator management.
• Ensure the quality of resident care meets or exceeds standards of practice, while maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Demonstrate flexibility in adjusting to change of residents’ needs.
• Exhibit courtesy, compassion, and respect to residents, families, visitors, physicians and co-workers.
• Promote the residents ability to remain as independent as possible, offering praise and encouragement
• Demonstrate excellent leadership abilities, demonstrating a willingness to take risks, generate new ideas, evaluate and recognize priorities, keep current on information, and foster high performance, recognize a need for and provide adequate resources.

• Must be licensed in the state of Indiana as a Registered or Certified Respiratory Therapist or Registered or Licensed Practical Nurse.
• One year of clinical experience preferred.
• Current BLS CPR certification.
• Must display good emotional health and be capable of extended periods of standing, bending and heavy lifting.
• Must show knowledge and understanding of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
• Ability to maintain professional attitude, including such areas as confidentiality, concern for all people, cooperativeness and conscientious use of time.

• Health Insurance through United Healthcare
• Dental Insurance through Paramount Dental
• Vision Insurance through EyeMed Vision
• Supplemental Insurance Policies such as: Short Term Disability, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation Accrual Program
• Perfect Attendance Bonus Program
• Weekend Bonuses
• Holiday Pay – Starts immediately with no waiting period
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Continuing Education Programs
• Tuition Assistance Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities

If you are ready to join the Especially Kidz Family, please apply online today!
Especially Kidz is an equal opportunity employer and gives employment and promotional consideration without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class as defined by local, state, or federal law.