Respiratory Therapist; PRN

Overview

Rotech Healthcare Inc. is a national leader in providing ventilators, oxygen, sleep apnea treatment, wound care solutions, diabetic solutions and home medical equipment. We help patients lead a more comfortable and productive life by keeping them engaged in their care and empowering them to manage their health and treatment ech provides high quality medical products, services and outstanding customer care through hundreds of locations across 45 states.

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We are seeking qualified Respiratory Therapists (RRT / CRT / RN) to join our team to educate, train and monitor patients using ventilators, PAP therapy, home oxygen and other respiratory equipment. You will use your clinical skills by assessing patient needs and communicating your findings to the physician. Our model of care ensures patients receive quality care specific to their individual needs and medical condition.

15-25 hrs per week;
Paid Per Service. Hours are tracked for FLSA purposes.

As a Rotech employee you would be able to create your own schedule by accepting the number of set-ups you would like to complete each week. You are paid per set-up which ranges from $5.00 - $100.00 per service.

• Maintains a complete listing of all current respiratory patients
• Provides initial and ongoing phone contacts with all respiratory patients per policy and procedure
• Provides in-home visits to patients per policy and procedure
• Conducts patient assessment per policy and physician order; assessments may include:
  • Verbal assessment (patient history, symptom review)
  • Physical assessment (lung auscultation, blood pressure, etc.)
  • Diagnostics (spirometry, oximetry, sleep studies)
• Provides patient education as applicable, including:
  • Respiratory equipment use and maintenance
  • Physician's prescription for equipment
  • Importance of compliance with physician's prescription
  • Benefits of therapy
  • Potential consequences of noncompliance
  • Potential adverse reactions/side effects from therapy
• Sets up highly technical respiratory equipment (e.g., invasive/noninvasive ventilators, infant monitors, and other high-tech equipment as defined by the branch)
• Monitors ongoing function of highly technical respiratory equipment
• Maintains documentation of all services provided per policy and procedures
• Assumes on-call responsibilities for phone consultations during non-business hours as outlined by policy
• Supports orientation and training of other personnel at the direction of the Area Manager
• Performs other duties as required by state licensure law
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as defined by the Area Manager

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)

• High school diploma or GED equivalent, required
• Credentials as a respiratory therapist (RRT/CRT) are preferred but other medical credentials may be acceptable depending on state licensure laws
• Must be licensed in primary state of home office as required by state law and provide a copy of license
• May be required to obtain license in neighboring states as required by service area

• Completion of an accredited program/degree in respiratory care preferred
• Nursing or other paramedical training may be acceptable depending on state licensure laws
• Home respiratory care experience is preferred
• Degree in respiratory therapy or related science is preferred
• One year of related work experience, preferred

• Accurately perform simple mathematical calculations
• Effectively communicate in English, both oral and written
• Interpret a variety of communications (verbal, non-verbal, written, listening, and visual)
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive information
• Multi-task with attention to detail
• Self-motivation, organization, time-management and problem solving skills
• Work independently and as part of a team

• Email transmission and communication
• Internet navigation and research
• Microsoft applications:
  Outlook, Word and Excel
• Office equipment: fax, copier, printer, phone, computer and/or tablet

Per OSHA guidelines, physical requirements may include:

• Lift and carry office equipment
• Close vision to small print on computer/paperwork
• Contact with patients and equipment with potential exposure to contagious pathogens
• Occasional lifting and transporting of patient equipment
• Sitting, walking, standing, talking and listening
• N95 mask fit testing and respiratory protection compliance

ROTECH INFORMATION:

• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Overtime pay for non-exempt hourly positions based on business needs
• Commission for Account Executives
• Car reimbursement programs for certain roles
• Employee…