In-Home Ventilation Specialist - Respiratory Therapist

Mercyhealth; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercyhealth at Home seeks a Respiratory Therapist Home Medical Equipment Ventilation Specialist to provide in-home and clinic respiratory care, establish care plans, educate patients, and monitor progress under physician orders.

The role involves independent work, on-call duties, equipment setup and maintenance, cloud data review, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary Mercyhealth team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program.
• 1 year of experience required.
• Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• Licensed by the State of Wisconsin or Illinois at time of hire; dual-licensed within 6 months of hire; CPR/BLS approved.
• Passing the Driver's License Check and/or Credit Check as required.
• WI Caregiver or IL Health Care Workers Background Check.
• Follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Provides instruction to patients/caregivers on in-home ventilation equipment use.
• Monitors ventilation data via cloud technology and adjusts settings per physician orders.
• Adjusts ventilator settings in patient's home while adhering to orders.
• Trains patients/caregivers to operate respiratory equipment using teach-back.
• Maintains patient records and completes delivery/usage documentation.
• Ensures regulatory compliance and payer guidelines are met.

Skills

Ventilation therapy instruction

Patient education

Independent clinical judgment

Education

Graduate of accredited Respiratory Care Program

Job description

Mercyhealth at Home seeks a Respiratory Therapist Home Medical Equipment Ventilation Specialist to provide in-home and clinic respiratory care, establish care plans, educate patients, and monitor progress under physician orders.

The role involves independent work, on-call duties, equipment setup and maintenance, cloud data review, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary Mercyhealth team.