Home Health Respiratory Therapist

AdaptHealth, LLC; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Stock Purchase Plan

Parental leave

Job summary

AdaptHealth, LLC is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver patient-centered respiratory care in alternate care settings. You will manage PAP, ventilator, airway clearance, and oxygen therapies, while coordinating with physicians and caregivers to ensure smooth transitions home.

Role involves clinical assessments, patient education, and participation in on-call rotations. Requires an AMA-approved degree, licensure, CPR, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Associates degree from an AMA-approved respiratory program.
• One year of clinical experience as a Healthcare Respiratory Therapist, HME Respiratory Therapist or Nurse with ventilator experience.
• Valid and unrestricted Respiratory Therapist license in all states served by the branch (or Associate degree in Nursing with active LPN/RN license).
• CPR certification.
• Valid and unrestricted driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and manage respiratory therapies including PAP, ventilator, airway clearance, and oxygen therapy.
• Perform comprehensive clinical assessments, interpret findings, and provide recommendations to physicians and referrals.
• Conduct patient set-ups, follow-ups, and education, ensuring patient and caregiver confidence with equipment.
• Participate in highly technical discharges, planning ahead to support smooth transitions to home care.
• Monitor patient progress, follow up with physicians and referrals, and document outcomes and recommendations.
• Provide clinical in-services and education to hospital staff and other healthcare professionals.
• Maintain infection control, PPE, HIPAA, and patient safety standards.
• Complete accurate documentation and charting per ACHC and company standards.
• Review and maintain Plans of Treatment and Care Plans for accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate CPAP/BiPAP authorizations and referrals.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and manage respiratory equipment and supply inventory.
• Participate in on-call rotation as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Respiratory care

Clinical assessment

Communication

Equipment troubleshooting

Education

Associates degree AMA-approved respiratory program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Clinical systems

Job description

AdaptHealth, LLC is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver patient-centered respiratory care in alternate care settings. You will manage PAP, ventilator, airway clearance, and oxygen therapies, while coordinating with physicians and caregivers to ensure smooth transitions home.

Role involves clinical assessments, patient education, and participation in on-call rotations. Requires an AMA-approved degree, licensure, CPR, and a valid driver's license.