Respiratory Therapist

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Apria Healthcare’s mission is to improve the quality of life for our patients  are looking for empathetic, thoughtful, and compassionate people to meet the needs of our patients.

We provide home respiratory services and select medical equipment to help our patients sleep better, breathe better, heal faster, and thrive longer.

Assists in the treatment and management of patients with clinical needs.

• Provides instruction to patients and/or caregivers on the proper use of equipment and/or respiratory care procedures.
• Ensures patients and/or caregivers can effectively operate and maintain equipment. Performs clinical assessments and tests such as pulse oximetry, ETCO2, spirometry, and vital signs.
• Responsible for routine patient follow-up contacts based on individual needs.
• May need to perform on‑call duties as needed.
• Provides and operates various types of respiratory care equipment including oxygen therapy, nebulization therapy, apnea monitoring, suctioning, PAP, and invasive and non‑invasive ventilation.
• Inspects and tests equipment to ensure proper operating condition.
• Prepares and maintains a record for each patient containing all pertinent information, care plans, physician prescriptions and follow‑up documentation.
• Responsible for accurate data entry on monitoring websites for certain respiratory equipment.
• Consults with the referring physician regarding patient treatment, medical condition, home environment, and Plan of Care.
• Participates in ongoing education and training sessions regarding respiratory patient care.
• Assists with patient scheduling as needed.
• Performs other duties as required.

• Meets company minimum standard of Background Check.
• Graduate of an accredited program for respiratory therapy.
• Must possess a valid and current driver’s license and auto insurance per Apria policy; will be required to drive personal vehicle for patient home visits.
• Registration or certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Hold a current RCP license in the state of practice (or states that the location covers) if required.
• Hold a current CPR Certification.
• Hold all applicable licensure in good standing for all states of practice.

• At least one year of related experience preferred.

• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Ability to multi‑task effectively.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, on the phone and electronically.
• Successful completion of Apria’s respiratory therapy orientation and competency evaluation program.
• Ability to use electronic handheld device.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
• Basic printing/faxing/scanning.
• English (reading, writing, verbal).
• Bilingual (reading, writing, verbal) – preferred.

• Use of hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel or crouch.
• Talk or hear; use computer and telephone equipment.
• Specific vision requirements include close vision and distance vision.
• Must be able to travel by plane and automobile (if applicable).
• Possible lifting of equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Safe operation of a motor vehicle during daylight and nighttime, and in a wide range of weather and traffic conditions.
• Noise level may vary from low to high depending on location; moderate exposure to dust, fumes, mists and odors.
• Temperature ranges from normal indoor climate‑controlled environments to various outdoor extremes encountered across U.S. states.
• May be required to wear personal protective equipment consistent with hazards encountered.
• Accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.

If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply. This position will accept applications on an ongoing basis.

Owens & Minor (a title maker) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.