Respiratory Support Technician

AdaptHealth; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Respiratory Support Technician to enhance patient care in home and clinical settings. In this dynamic role, you will provide essential support by ensuring patients receive the right equipment and services, all while adhering to safety and regulatory standards. Your expertise in equipment maintenance and strong communication skills will be crucial in delivering high-quality care and fostering patient satisfaction. Join a team dedicated to empowering individuals to live their best lives outside of the hospital, and make a meaningful difference in the healthcare landscape.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license needed for the position.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care in various environments.
• Perform routine maintenance checks and assist with equipment problems.
• Complete all necessary paperwork timely and accurately.

Skills

Equipment repair or maintenance skills

Strong verbal and written communication

Strong customer service skills

Decision-making skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

AdaptHealth Opportunity – Apply Today!

At AdaptHealth we offer full-service home medical equipment products and services to empower patients to live their best lives – out of the hospital and in their homes. We are actively recruiting in your area. If you are passionate about making a profound impact on the quality of patients’ lives, please click to apply, we would love to hear from you.

Respiratory Support Technician

This position provides direct and indirect patient care and services in the home, office, and hospital environment in accordance with all governmental, accrediting, and organizational policies and procedures. Utilization of all available resources to ensure a customer receives the appropriate goods and services in the most efficient and patient satisfactory manner possible.

Equipment included, but not limited to, are CPAP, BIPAP, Auto-titration set-ups and downloading, phototherapy, CPM, apnea monitor training and downloading, nebulizers (both high and low volume), oxygen and portability, overnight oximetry devices, conserving device tests, suction/trach and enteral.

Job Duties:

• Develop and maintain a working knowledge of current Respiratory Programs and HME products and services offered by the company and all applicable governmental regulations.
• Effectively convey ideas or written processes and instructions to patients in a polite, informative, and appropriate manner.
• Identify need for Pulse Ox testing to recertify or qualify O2 services per insurance regulations.
• Complete all company, insurance, and/or government-provided paperwork timely and entirely, including delivery tickets, safety checklist forms, patient booklet receipts, ABNs, AMAs, equipment-specific instruction/cleaning forms, etc.
• Initiate, maintain and perform follow-up calls or visits with patients.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance checks and simple repairs as required by company policy or manufacturer’s guidelines.
• Assist with customer equipment problems during business/non-business hours and under emergency situations. Troubleshoot all equipment failures calmly and patiently.
• Report equipment hazards and/or product incidents as required in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Retain knowledge of and consistently adhere to procedures for the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), infection control, and hazardous materials handling.
• Assume on-call responsibilities during non-business hours in accordance with company policy.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and function within the guidelines of HIPAA.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Competency, Skills, and Abilities:

• Equipment repair or maintenance skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage competing priorities and tasks.
• Decision-making, analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid and unrestricted driver’s license from state of residence.
• Construction, general manual labor, military and equipment repair, or maintenance skills would be considered related experience.

AdaptHealth is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, compensation, promotion, discipline, and termination.