Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Description Respiratory Therapist (RT) at Banyan Pulmonary Services

• This isn’t your typical RT job. **Better than Competitive Pay*
• **Referral Bonuses*
• Bring your favorite coworkers with you.

• For nearly 30 years, respiratory therapy has been missing from long-term care.
• We’re bringing it back.
• This is a chance to step into a new model of care — where you’re not just treating symptoms, you’re owning outcomes.
• You’ll work with the same residents every day, track their progress, and build real relationships — not just pass through like in a hospital.
• If you’ve ever wanted to actually see your impact… this is it.

What You’ll Do Provide hands-on respiratory care (nebs, assessments, airway clearance, etc.) Track progress and adjust care plans Work directly with nursing + physicians to improve outcomes Be the respiratory expert in the building

What You Need Active RT license (RRT or CRT) BLS (ACLS if working with vents — can get after hire) Strong clinical judgment and communication skills

Why Banyan Consistent patients — actually see improvement over time Autonomy — you’re the respiratory lead in the building Support — we handle the backend so you can focus on care Growth — help build something new in post-acute care

The Bottom Line

This isn’t a hospital grind. This is relationship-based care with real outcomes. If you want to change how respiratory care is delivered — apply.

Requirements

Qualifications

Regulatory Requirements Current state and national Respiratory Therapist licensure in good standing. Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (or obtain within 30 days of hire). Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification if working with residents in ventilator units (or obtain within six months of hire). Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of general clinical services and respiratory care practices. Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple tasks, and exercise sound clinical judgment. Ability to handle complex or difficult situations professionally. Attention to detail, accuracy, and adherence to safety standards. Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow ethical standards in patient care. Physical & Work Requirements: Position requires walking for approximately 10–12 hours per day. Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds. Frequent reaching, bending, stooping, and manual handling of equipment. Work performed under varying temperatures and environmental conditions. Must be able to work evenings and weekends as required to meet operational needs. Ability to tolerate high-pressure and fast-paced clinical environments. Requires talking, hearing, seeing, and fine motor coordination for patient care and equipment management. Core Competencies: Clinical Excellence in Respiratory Care Patient-Centered Care and Empathy Equipment Management and Safety Documentation and Regulatory Compliance Education, Training, and Mentorship Communication and Team Collaboration Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Mission Statement: At Banyan Pulmonary Services, our mission is to lead with integrity, serve with compassion, and innovate with purpose—ensuring that every life we touch breathes easier. Core Values: We are guided by unwavering values: Accountability: We hold ourselves to the highest standards—clinically, operationally, and ethically. Kindness & Respect: These are not optional—they are foundational. We live by the Golden Rule in every interaction.