Respiratory Therapist

Job overview

The Respiratory Therapist role is an onsite position located in Brierfield, AL. Compensation is not specified in the posting, and this role supports the rehabilitation services at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Shelby County. This role exists to provide direct respiratory care to patients, including breathing therapy and medication administration. The therapist will assess patients, create personalized care plans, and work within a multidisciplinary team to foster successful patient recovery.

What you'll do

• Providing direct care to patients in need of medical gas, breathing therapy modality, and medication.
• Guiding patients by supervising care and breathing treatments, leading patient assessments, creating personalized care plans, and targeting and resolving patient concerns.
• Building meaningful relationships with patients by dedicating time to understand their physical, mental, and emotional needs for a successful recovery.
• Celebrating patient victories along the way.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

brierfield al

encompass health

respiratory therapist

therapy

rehabilitation

patient care

healthcare

acls

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuous education opportunities for your professional growth.
• Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans, securing your financial future.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts tailored to your unique needs.

About the employer

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