Respiratory Care Specialist - Ventilators & Therapy

Lincare Holdings; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincare Holdings is seeking a licensed Respiratory Therapist to administer prescribed respiratory therapy in long-term care facilities. You will review prescriptions, set up ventilators and nebulizers, monitor patient responses, and coordinate with physicians to optimize care.

Qualified candidates graduate from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program and hold an active state license. The role may involve lifting up to 50 pounds and collaboration with care teams to ensure high-quality patient

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Active license required for practice.

Responsibilities

• Review prescription and patient information to assess patient condition and determine treatment requirements.
• Set up and operate devices including mechanical ventilators, nebulizers, and compressors.
• Monitor patient response to therapy via vital signs and blood chemistry changes.
• Inspect and test respiratory therapy equipment to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Demonstrate respiratory care procedures to trainees and perform staff education at customer facilities.

Skills

Patient assessment

Ventilator operation

Nebulizer therapy

Staff education

Education

Accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Active Respiratory Care Practitioner license

Job description

Lincare Holdings is seeking a licensed Respiratory Therapist to administer prescribed respiratory therapy in long-term care facilities. You will review prescriptions, set up ventilators and nebulizers, monitor patient responses, and coordinate with physicians to optimize care.

Qualified candidates graduate from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program and hold an active state license. The role may involve lifting up to 50 pounds and collaboration with care teams to ensure high-quality patient