Full-time or Part-time Respiratory Therapist – PM

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Full-time or Part-time Respiratory Therapist – PM

 

Benefits

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  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Full job description

Summary

We are seeking a qualified Respiratory Therapist (RRT / CRT / RN) to join the Rotech team. This position is responsible for providing clinical patient services and support within the location.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

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  • Available for on-call assignments as needed
  • Maintains documentation of all services provided and all work performed per Rotech’s policies and procedures
  • Provides in-home and location visits with patients
  • Provides Sleep Central Clinics (where applicable) for patients
  • Supports orientation and training of other personnel at the direction of the Location Manager
  • Performs other duties and responsibilities as required by state licensure law or by the Location Manager
  • Patient assessment may include but is not limited to:
  • a) Verbal or physical assessment
  • c) Diagnostics (e.g., oximetry, sleep screenings, etc.)
  • d) Determines whether Standing Order exists for each patient; and if not, works with sales to obtain
  • e) Visits are scheduled on time; visits are not overdue; visits patient per procedure
  • f) Evaluates patient and completes all applicable sections of the patient CVR
  • Provides patient education as applicable. Education may include but is not limited to:
  • a) Respiratory equipment use, maintenance and safety
  • e) Potential consequences of noncompliance
  • f) Potential adverse reactions/side effects from therapy
  • Sets up all and monitors ongoing function of highly technical respiratory equipment; a) Invasive ventilator, b) Noninvasive ventilator and/or c) Infant monitors

QUALIFICATIONS

Employment is contingent on

  • Background investigation (company-wide)
  • Drug screen (when applicable for the position)
  • Valid driver’s license in state of residence with a clean driving record (when applicable for the position)

Education and/or Experience

  • Degree in respiratory therapy or related science, preferred
  • Completion of an accredited program/degree in respiratory care, preferred
  • Licensed in primary state of home office, required
  • May be required to obtain license in neighboring states
  • Credentials as a respiratory therapist, Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT); RRT/CRT is preferred but other medical credentials may be acceptable (RN) depending upon state licensure laws
  • Home respiratory care experience, preferred
  • Maintain CEUs as required by state law, and if not required by state law, then maintain a minimum of 4 CEUs per year
  • Nursing or other paramedical training may be acceptable depending upon state licensure laws

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

  • Effectively communicate in English; both oral and written
  • Helpful, knowledgeable and polite while maintaining a positive attitude
  • Interpret a variety of communications (verbal, non-verbal, written, listening and visual)
  • Knowledge of Durable Medical Equipment (DME) or Home Medical Equipment (HME)
  • Maintain confidentiality and practice discretion and caution when handling sensitive information
  • Make appropriate recommendations for changes to patient care as dictated by patient assessment
  • Multi-task along with attention to detail
  • Review patient charts and discern compliance with Rotech’s policies and procedures
  • Self-motivation, organized, time-management and deductive problem solving skills
  • Sense of urgency and responsiveness to physicians, location employees and patients
  • Work independently and as part of a team

Physical Demands

  • Available for on-call assignments as needed
  • May be required to comply with OSHA Respirator Requirements, including but not limited to Medical Evaluations and Fit-Testing
  • Requires close vision to small print on computer and or paperwork
  • Requires contact with patients and equipment with potential exposure to contagious pathogens
  • Requires occasional lifting and transporting of patient equipment
  • Requires sitting, walking, standing, talking or listening
  • Travel via automobile to patient’s homes, referral sources and meetings
  • Maybe required to use a personal vehicle (depending on the location) for business activities with reimbursement
  • Occasionally works alternative schedules to accommodate clinics

Machines, Equipment and Technical Abilities

  • Email transmission and communication
  • Internet navigation and research
  • Microsoft applications; Word and Excel
  • Office equipment; fax machine, copier, printer, phone and computer

Job Types: Part-time, Full-time

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

  • Pulmonology

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

  • Bonus pay

Education:

  • Associate (Required)

License/Certification:

  • RRT (Preferred)
  • BLS Certification (Preferred)
  • RCP License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person