Clinical Respiratory Therapist - Weekend On Call/Per Diem

MedCare Equipment Company; Export (PA); Presencial; USD 39.000 - 52.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

MedCare Equipment Company is seeking a Clinical Respiratory Therapist for a weekend on-call/per diem role. The position focuses on providing respiratory care to patients with acute and chronic conditions in a home care/DME setting. You will diagnose, plan, monitor, and educate on respiratory therapies.

The role requires PA licensure, NBRC certification, and BLS. Strong communication, organization, and PC skills are essential, with a willingness to work weekend on-call shifts in a dynamic care

Formación

• 3-5 years of experience in healthcare, preferably home care or DME.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Organized and detail oriented.
• Basic math and keyboard proficiency; PC literate.
• High School Diploma or GED and completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program.
• Current licensure to practice in the State of Pennsylvania
• Current Certification or Registration by the National Board for Respiratory Care
• Current CPR (BLS)
• Valid state Driver's License (in state applicable)
• Current licensure to practice in OH/ WV/ NY if applicable

Responsabilidades

• Maintains and monitors respiratory care equipment including CPAP and Bilevel devices, invasive and non-invasive ventilators, pulse oximetry and apnea monitoring devices, and portable oxygen concentrators.
• Acts as a resource to other health care providers regarding clinical issues.
• Provides patient, family, or caregiver education related to disease process, therapy orders, and equipment use.
• Completes patient assessments and reassessments; coordinates patient care and services; identifies non-compliant patients.
• Understand and practice HIPAA, confidentiality, safety, and compliance; adhere to state and federal standards.
• Perform other duties as required.

Conocimientos

Strong communication

Organized & detail oriented

Basic math

PC skills

CPR (BLS)

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited Respiratory Therapy Program

Descripción del empleo

Weekend On Call/Per Diem position.

Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Clinical Respiratory Therapist to join our team. As a Clinical Respiratory Therapist, you will play a vital role in providing respiratory care to patients with acute and chronic respiratory diseases. Your duties will include conducting diagnostic tests, developing treatment plans, monitoring patient progress, and educating patients on respiratory care.

Responsibilities:

• Maintains and monitors the function of all respiratory care equipment in use, including CPAP and Bilevel devices, invasive and non-invasive ventilators, pulse oximetry and apnea monitoring devices, and portable oxygen concentrators.
• Acts as a resource to other health care providers (referrals), regarding clinical issues.
• Provides patient, family, or caregiver with education related to disease process, therapy orders, and equipment use and functions.
• Completes patient assessments and reassessments. Coordinates patient care and services. Identifies non-compliant patients.
• Understand and practice the rules regarding patient confidentiality, HIPPA and compliance, and safety. Adhere to all state and federally mandated standards regarding confidentiality and patient rights.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience in the Healthcare field, preferably in home care or durable medical equipment.
• Must possess strong communication skills.
• Must be organized and detail oriented.
• Basic Math and Keyboard Proficiency. Functional skills on a PC.
• High School Diploma or GED along with completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program
• Current licensure to practice in the State of Pennsylvania
• Current Certification or Registration by the National Board for Respiratory Care
• Current CPR (BLS)
• Valid state Driver's License (in state applicable)
• Current licensure to practice in the State of Ohio (if applicable), Current licensure to practice in the State of West Virginia (if applicable), Current licensure to practice in the State of New York (if applicable).