About this role
Job DetailsJob Location: Pivot at The Villa at Mountain View - Dallas, TX 75211Position Type: Full TimeJob Category: Clinical SupportDallas, Lancaster, Cedar Hill
Job Summary:
The primary purpose of the Respiratory Therapist (PRN) position is to participate in and oversee the care of Residents with tracheostomy/stoma as prescribed by the attending physician, consistent with accepted standards of care and within the scope of RT training and licensure.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are at the heart of Cantex. We are committed to a culture that respects our differences and values the contributions of all people.
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QualificationsQualifications:
Graduation from an accredited School and a current and valid license in the applicable State
Minimum of one-year experience in a long-term or health care setting is preferred
Knowledge of current trach care treatments and dressings
Ability to read, write, and speak the English language
Essential Functions:
Observes, assesses, and treats Residents with trachs according to community polices, Federal, State, and local regulations
Documents assessment and all related treatments in the medical record
Consults with Director of Nurses/Attending Physician regarding changes in Residents tracheostomy care and condition
Administers medications and treatments as prescribed
Identifies and secures equipment and supplies for trach care, changing tubing and all replaceable equipment on a weekly basis
Ensures a safe environment for Resident population
Has reviewed Cantex Senior Communities Clinical Policies and Procedures for Abuse Prevention and knows the employee's responsibility to enforce it
Responsible for assuring patient/resident safety.
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor
We are an Equal opportunity employer; We offer an excellent benefit plan to include 401K with match, CEU reimbursement, vacation, sick, holidays, medical, dental, and supplemental insurance Plans as well as a Highly competitive compensation package.
Other facts
About Cantex Continuing Care Network
Cantex Continuing Care Network represents a unified, seamless pathway of compassionate care and medical excellence, aimed at complete recovery beginning the moment a patient is released from the hospital. Our integrated network of healthcare services includes transitional care, rehabilitation, chronic care, home health services, hospice and pharmacy, all centered on the patient.
Cantex Continuing Care Network is a privately owned company, founded in 1978 and has continued under the same ownership for the last 42 successful years. We offer a full-service post-acute network through 37 nursing centers, In-house Rehab services, 7 home health agencies, 4 hospice agencies, and 2 in-house pharmacies – spread across Texas!
In January of 2020, Cantex launched its own Medicare Advantage plan for residents called Pro Care Advantage Plan!
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What you'll do
- The Respiratory Therapist oversees the care of residents with tracheostomy/stoma as prescribed by the attending physician. They document assessments and treatments, consult with medical staff, and ensure a safe environment for residents.
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