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Respiratory Therapist

Ridge Valley Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation$35–$40/hrWilkesboro, NCPart TimePosted 3w ago
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About the job

Part-Time Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Alliance Health Group

Make a Difference in Residents’ Lives

Alliance Health Group is seeking a compassionate and skilled Part-Time Respiratory Therapist to provide high-quality respiratory care in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility. This is an excellent opportunity for a respiratory care professional looking for a part-time schedule while making a meaningful difference in residents’ comfort, health, and quality of life.

In this role, you will provide respiratory assessments, treatments, and ongoing support to residents with chronic and complex respiratory conditions while collaborating with nursing staff and other healthcare professionals.

Key Responsibilities

Assessment and Evaluation

  • Perform respiratory assessments, including respiratory rate, oxygen saturation, lung sounds, and airway function.
  • Monitor residents for changes in respiratory status and report concerns promptly.
  • Collaborate with the healthcare team to support individualized care plans.

Respiratory Treatments

  • Administer oxygen therapy, nebulizer treatments, and inhaled medications as ordered.
  • Assist with CPAP and mechanical ventilation management, as applicable.
  • Provide airway clearance techniques and other respiratory treatments as needed.

Resident and Family Education

  • Educate residents and families on respiratory equipment, treatments, and chronic respiratory conditions.
  • Provide guidance on breathing exercises and respiratory care techniques.

Team Collaboration

  • Work closely with nursing staff, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Communicate changes in residents’ conditions and contribute to care planning.
  • Support comfort-focused and end-of-life respiratory care when appropriate.

Documentation and Compliance

  • Maintain accurate documentation of assessments, treatments, and interventions.
  • Follow facility policies, infection control procedures, and applicable state and federal regulations.
  • Ensure respiratory equipment is used and maintained appropriately.

Emergency Response

  • Respond promptly to respiratory emergencies.
  • Assist with CPR and other emergency interventions within the scope of practice.

Qualifications

Education

  • Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy or equivalent education from an accredited respiratory therapy program. A bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

  • Current North Carolina Respiratory Care Practitioner license.
  • Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential, as applicable.
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification may be required based on facility needs.

Experience and Skills

  • Previous experience in long-term care, hospital, or rehabilitation settings preferred.
  • Familiarity with respiratory equipment, chronic respiratory conditions, and ventilator management preferred.
  • Strong clinical assessment, critical-thinking, communication, and documentation skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team.
  • Compassionate, resident-centered approach to care.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and provide safe, effective respiratory care.

Work Environment and Schedule

  • Part-time position in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility.
  • Schedule and hours based on facility needs and candidate availability.
  • Assigned shifts may include weekdays, evenings, nights, or weekends, depending on facility requirements.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the facility during scheduled shifts.
  • Ability to handle respiratory equipment and assist with resident care as required.
  • Ability to respond promptly to respiratory emergencies.

Why Join Alliance Health Group?

Free continuing education units (CEUs).

  • Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • A collaborative, supportive healthcare team.
  • The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives.

Apply Today!

If you are passionate about respiratory care and want to make a difference in a supportive long-term care environment, we encourage you to apply.

Join Alliance Health Group and help our residents breathe easier and live better!

From Ridge Valley Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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