Respiratory Care Coordinator - Multi-Branch & On-Call

Total Respiratory & Rehab; Villa Rica (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Total Respiratory is seeking a full-time Respiratory Care Coordinator to support patient care across multiple branches. The role emphasizes coordinating clinical services, equipment setups, and education while managing high-volume patient needs in a fast-paced setting.

You will participate in a rotating after-hours on-call schedule and may perform in-home visits or branch coverage as needed, ensuring compliance and high-quality care for patients and families.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program (High School Diploma or equivalent required).
• Active CRT or RRT credential and a current respiratory care license in the state(s) of operation.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Prior respiratory care or home care experience is highly preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of respiratory equipment, including oxygen therapy, PAP therapy, ventilators, and related DME.
• Ability to educate patients, caregivers, and non-clinical staff on the safe, appropriate use of respiratory equipment.
• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, reliable personal vehicle, and auto insurance for occasional home visits and/or travel to support various branch locations.
• Experience with relevant clinical software, scheduling tools, and MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient needs to determine the optimal respiratory equipment and clinical services, actively involving families and caregivers in the selection process.
• Instruct patients and caregivers on the proper use, safety, and maintenance of devices according to established clinical policies.
• Act as the primary clinical liaison between patients, families, physicians, and community healthcare agencies to manage discharge planning and ensure continuity of care.
• Communicate updates regarding a patient’s condition to their physician and execute adjustments to the Plan of Care.
• Receive and document equipment and service orders from physicians, referral sources, and patients.
• Manage daily compliance tasks including tracking patient device utilization, reviewing task lists, and performing routine check-ins and follow-ups.
• Complete patient paperwork, file records, manage correspondence, and obtain necessary insurance authorizations.
• Welcome office guests, manage a multi-line phone system, handle high-volume walk-in traffic, and resolve or elevate patient complaints.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of third-party insurance reimbursement criteria, billing processes, and equipment offerings.
• Oversee office clinical functions, coordinate preventative equipment maintenance tracking, and assist with scheduled oxygen therapy checks.
• Train staff and assist with the daily respiratory operations, including ventilation protocols (as applicable), intake procedures, and quality assurance across new and existing branches.
• Conduct and attend educational seminars on respiratory care for healthcare workers, patients, and families.
• Maintain flexibility to provide operational and staffing coverage at various branch locations due to peer vacations, continuing education, or leave.
• Participate in on-call retention coverage to support patient needs.
• CONFIDENTIALITY: Ensure compliance with confidentiality and data protection regulations, as required in healthcare.
• Maintain professional accountability, support company core values, and proactively communicate operational concerns or problems to the branch manager and/or oversite team.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned and as permitted by applicable federal and state laws and regulations, and within the employee’s authorized scope of duties, training, and competency. This job description is not inclusive of all responsibilities and duties and can be changed by management discretion at any time.

Skills

Exceptional verbal, written, and Inter

Multitasking / Prioritization

Reliability & punctuality

Work authorization (US)

Customer-centric care

Education

Accredited Respiratory Care Program

CRT or RRT credential

Current respiratory care license

BLS/CPR certification

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Clinical scheduling software

Job description

Total Respiratory is seeking a full-time Respiratory Care Coordinator to support patient care across multiple branches. The role emphasizes coordinating clinical services, equipment setups, and education while managing high-volume patient needs in a fast-paced setting.

You will participate in a rotating after-hours on-call schedule and may perform in-home visits or branch coverage as needed, ensuring compliance and high-quality care for patients and families.