Respiratory Therapist - Preferred Professional Services (PPS) Agency

A Great Place to Work:

Preferred Professional Services (PPS) is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates, a growing network of more than 35 short-term rehabilitation and long-term care centers that touch the lives of thousands of families throughout the Northeast. 

We have per diem shifts available now in our Long-Term Care and Rehab Facilities!

What You'll Do:

As a Respiratory Therapist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the comfort, safety, and well-being of our residents. You will provide high-quality care to our residents with respiratory conditions.

Key Responsibilities of a Respiratory Therapist:

Conduct thorough respiratory assessments, develop individualized care plans, and provide appropriate treatments to residents with respiratory ailments

Manage and monitor ventilator-dependent residents, ensuring proper functioning and addressing any complications promptly

Administer oxygen therapy as prescribed, monitor oxygen levels, and adjust therapy as necessary to maintain optimal respiratory function

Educate residents and their families on respiratory conditions, treatment plans, and self-care techniques to promote independence and improve outcomes

Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive care plans and ensure seamless communication

Respond efficiently to respiratory emergencies, providing immediate interventions and coordinating with the interdisciplinary team as needed

If you’re passionate about playing a crucial role in ensuring the comfort, safety, and well-being of our residents with respiratory conditions, in an environment where your expertise and dedication are valued and appreciated, we invite you to join our team as a Respiratory therapist.

What We Offer:

• All shifts available now including per diem & temp-to-hire!
• Competitive hourly rates and shift differentials

• Weekly Pay

• Comprehensive training and mentorship
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

What You'll Bring:

Qualifications of a Respiratory Therapist:

Certification as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)

Valid state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist

Previous experience in long-term care or a similar healthcare setting preferred

Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Commitment to providing compassionate and patient-centered care

We Hire for Heart!

National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values: Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence.  Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named “Best Of” by US News & World Report.  When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.