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Respiratory Therapist

Princeton Health and RehabilitationAlbuquerque, NMFull & Part TimePosted 3w ago
  • BLS

How this pay compares

This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open respiratory therapist jobs in New Mexico post a median of $28.29 an hour, the middle half $24.30–$34.14, across 3 jobs that state their pay. Respiratory therapists employed in New Mexico earn a median of $33.11 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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About the job

Join a team where your growth, success, and impact are at the heart of our mission. At PureHealth, we're not just building careers; we're nurturing lifelong journeys of professional and personal development. We're committed to taking care of our community, providing unparalleled care and making a meaningful impact like nowhere else. Be part of a team that's dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of those w

Unmatched Benefits & Perks

  • Tuition Reimbursement and Professional License Renewal Reimbursement
  • Free CEUs
  • 401k Plan
  • Rewards and Recognition via CareHeroes Program (Gift Cards for Great Performance!)
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Professional Career Growth

Join our team and grow with us!

Responsibilities

  • Perform assessments and diagnostic tests to evaluate patients' respiratory conditions
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients with respiratory disorders
  • Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians
  • Educate patients and their families on respiratory care techniques and disease management
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive patient care
  • Document patient progress, treatment plans, and outcomes accurately and timely

Requirements

  • Valid license or certification as a Respiratory Therapist
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Experience in medication administration, vital signs monitoring, and airway management
  • Knowledge of acute care and critical care respiratory therapy procedures
  • Familiarity with ventilators and other respiratory equipment commonly used in hospitals
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously

PureHealth Culture

PureHealth is a high performance environment propelled by collaboration through our Teams of Excellence (T.O.E.) Program. The expectation for each team member is to engage in our complex and dynamic organization by adding value and support to fellow team members.

Work Environment

This job operates in a post-acute setting. This role requires regular walking to various locations around the facility. This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. Team member is expected to adhere to facility’s no-smoking policy.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and stooping all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 60 pounds.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a position in a post-acute setting that is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Weekend and holiday shifts will be required.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

HIPAA

Team members are required to adhere to policies and procedures implementing HIPAA requirements for the privacy and security of protected health information. Team member are permitted to use and/or disclose only minimum amount of Protected Health Information necessary to complete assigned tasks. Reports all suspected violation of company’s HIPAA policies or procedures to facility CEO.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers at all levels of the organization
  • Basic computer skills. Must have an ability to learn new systems
  • Ability to work with a culturally diverse population
  • Must have positive communication skills and demonstrated adequate maturity and patience
  • Proficient in the English language. Good communication (verbal and written), customer service and interpersonal skills
  • Must have good organizational skills with attention to detail
  • Must be able to successfully prioritize workload, demonstrate initiative, and analyze situations to make sound decisions
  • Must be observant and recognize cleaning needs
  • Must show initiative and take action on observed needs
  • Must maintain first impression perfection at all times Required

From Princeton Health and Rehabilitation's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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About Princeton Health and Rehabilitation

Princeton Health and Rehabilitation is a 369 (source: Medicare Care Compare: Princeton Health and Rehabilitation)-bed nursing home in Albuquerque, NM, certified by Medicare and Medicaid. Its job board posts jobs for therapists, nurses and nursing assistants. Source: Medicare Care Compare: Princeton Health and Rehabilitation

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