Area Respiratory Operations Technician

Hamlet Rehab; Nesconset, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamlet Rehab seeks an Area Respiratory Operations Technician to support the Regional Director of Respiratory Services in overseeing and enhancing respiratory rehabilitation programs across multiple facilities. This role handles operational, clinical, and educational activities to ensure high-quality respiratory care and program compliance.

Responsibilities include program tracking, scheduling, patient data reviews, audits, equipment management, and staff training, with frequent regional travel

Qualifications

• Strong operational and organizational skills with proficiency in EHR systems and computer applications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and facility staff.
• Ability to travel regulary to assigned facilities within the region.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail for audits, reporting, and compliance monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Oversee respiratory rehabilitation programs across multiple facilities.
• Track and monitor respiratory programs using EHR and other systems.
• Schedule respiratory therapy treatments, including weekends, ensuring staffing coverage.
• Conduct daily reviews of patients and data for quality care and compliance.
• Audit orders, evaluations, and care plans; ensure documentation is complete.
• Educate facility staff on proper use and maintenance of respiratory equipment.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams for seamless patient care.
• Recruit, onboard, and train respiratory staff; conduct interviews onsite/virtually.

Skills

EHR systems

Interpersonal skills

Travel readiness

Analytical skills

Tools

EHR software

Job description

Job Title: Area Respiratory Operations Technician
Department: Respiratory Therapy – Multi-site
Reports To: Regional Director of Respiratory Services

Position Overview:

The Area Respiratory Operations Technician supports the Regional Director of Respiratory Services in
overseeing, monitoring, and enhancing respiratory rehabilitation programs across assigned facilities.
This role is responsible for operational, clinical, and educational activities to ensure high-quality
respiratory care and program compliance in multiple skilled nursing facilities.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Program Management:

• Track respiratory programs daily using multiple EHR and computer systems.
• Manage scheduling of respiratory therapy treatments, including weekends, and ensure staffing
  coverage.
• Conduct daily reviews of new patients, including key respiratory indicators, medication use, and
  diagnostic data.
• Complete order set audits, treatment evaluations, documentation, and care plan compliance
  checks.
• Maintain accurate patient and facility listings for oxygen and respiratory devices.
• Perform weekly audits of respiratory equipment, including oxygen concentrators, tanks, Airvo2,
  BiPAP, and CPAP devices.
• Clinical Support & Communication:
• Communicate patient respiratory needs, recommendations, and referrals to nursing and therapy
  staff.
• Follow up on patient care and coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless care.
• Educate facility staff on proper use, maintenance, and replacement procedures for respiratory
  equipment.
• Assist with program implementation and updates to ensure consistent clinical standards.
• Staff Development & Recruitment:
  
• Conduct onsite and virtual (Zoom) interviews for respiratory staff in assigned facilities.
• Assist with orientation, onboarding, and ongoing training of new respiratory employees.
• Serve as a resource for staff regarding operational systems and clinical processes.
  Equipment & Inventory Management:
• Assess and maintain inventory of respiratory equipment and devices.
• Ensure nonfunctional equipment is removed and communicated during audits.
• Promote efficient utilization of respiratory equipment to support patient care.
  Quality & Compliance:
• Support quality improvement initiatives and program evaluation.
• Ensure documentation, treatment, and equipment management comply with facility and
  regulatory standards.
• Provide actionable feedback to the Regional Director regarding program performance and

Qualifications:

• Strong operational and organizational skills with proficiency in EHR systems and computer
  applications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with interdisciplinary teams
  and facility staff.
• Ability to travel regulary to assigned facilities within the region.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail for audits, reporting, and compliance monitoring.

Key Competencies:

• Operational oversight and program management
• Clinical decision-making and patient evaluation
• Staff training, mentoring, and recruitment
• Equipment and inventory management
• Communication and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Quality improvement and regulatory compliance

Work Environment:

• Multi-site travel required.
• Combination of onsite facility work, virtual meetings, and administrative tasks.
• Fast-paced environment requiring adaptability and problem-solving skills.