Respiratory Therapist - Austin, TX

Job overview

The Respiratory Therapist role is an onsite position located in Austin, TX. Compensation is not specified for this role, which supports the respiratory care department at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Austin. This role exists to provide direct patient care, including medical gas administration, breathing therapy, and medication management. The therapist will lead patient assessments, develop personalized care plans, and build meaningful relationships to support patient recovery and independence.

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.
• Build meaningful relationships with patients to understand their physical, mental, and emotional needs for a successful recovery.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

austin tx

respiratory therapist

encompass health

hospital

patient care

rehabilitation

medical

healthcare

benefits day one

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

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

Why this role

Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For award recipient, supportive team environment, cutting-edge equipment.

About the employer

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