Respiratory Therapist

Job overview

The Respiratory Therapist role is an onsite position located in Bakersfield, CA. Compensation is not specified in the posting. This role supports the respiratory care department at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Bakersfield, a leader in post-acute care. 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 with patients to support their rehabilitation and recovery journey.

What you'll do

• Provide direct care to patients requiring medical gas, breathing therapy, and medication.
• Supervise care and breathing treatments, lead patient assessments, create personalized care plans, and resolve patient concerns.
• Build relationships with patients to understand their physical, mental, and emotional needs for recovery.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

bakersfield ca

respiratory therapist

encompass health

hospital

rehabilitation

patient care

clinical

healthcare

no on-call

no travel

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, supportive team environment, access to cutting-edge equipment.

About the employer

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