Respiratory Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Cardinal Woods is a 120-bed skilled nursing and memory care facility nestled in a tranquil woodsy setting in northern Lake county. We are located just off the coast of Lake Erice. Our residents and staff enjoy the wooded surroundings from peaceful pavilions outside the building. We enjoy excursions to listen to music, relaxation at the nearby Madison Village Square Park, along with several other parks in our area, and have access to Downtown Madison Village.

Caring about people is as important as caring for them. To us, our commitment is more than a job – we are making a difference in the quality of life for our residents and their families. We’re looking for the highest-quality professionals, who enjoy establishing close working relationships with co-workers and the residents in their care.

Apply today as we are immediately hiring a full time respiratory therapist at Cardinal Woods Skilled Nursing and Rehab.

Respiratory Therapist Benefits and Compensation Packages:

• Competitive Pay
• Continued training and support
• Health Care Packages
• Dental Package
• Vision Package
• Retirement Account
• Paid Time Off
• Sick Time
• And More

Respiratory Therapist Job Duties & Requirements:

• Perform chest examinations on a range of patients from babies through to the elderly
• Consult with doctors and other healthcare staff to develop and modify patient treatment plans
• Provide detailed therapy, requiring significant independent judgment, like when caring for patients in intensive care
• Perform physical examination and diagnostic tests measuring lung capacity and blood acidity and alkalinity
• Treat patients using oxygen or oxygen mixtures, aerosol medications and chest physiotherapy
• Connect patients who can’t breathe to a ventilator
• Educate patients on how to use equipment and medication
• Regularly check on patients and equipment
• Additional duties as assigned by Job Description, Adminstrator, and Regional Management Team.

Please apply today as we'd love to get your hired with us immediately!