Respiratory Therapist - Patient-Focused Care

Job overview

The Respiratory Therapist is an onsite role based in Austin, TX. Compensation is not specified for this position, which supports the respiratory care department at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Austin. This role exists to provide direct respiratory care, including medical gas administration and breathing therapy, to patients in an inpatient rehabilitation setting. The therapist contributes to patient recovery by creating personalized care plans and fostering meaningful relationships with patients.

What you'll do

• Provide direct care to patients in need of medical gas, breathing therapy modality, and medication.
• Supervise care and breathing treatments, lead patient assessments, create personalized care plans, and target and resolve patient concerns.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

respiratory therapist

austin tx

encompass health

inpatient rehab

hospital

patient care

respiratory care

healthcare

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision plans, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) matching, employee stock purchase plan.

Why this role

Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For award recipient.

About the employer

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Austin is hiring for this role. Industry: Specialty (except Psychiatric and Substance Abuse) Hospitals. Sector: 62.