Respiratory Support Technician

AdaptHealth; Wytheville (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Respiratory Support Technician to deliver patient care and manage equipment in home and hospital settings. This entry-level position requires strong communication and customer service skills, along with a high school diploma. Join our team to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid and unrestricted driver’s license needed.
• Related experience in equipment repair/maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care in various environments.
• Complete required paperwork timely and accurately.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance checks and repairs.

Skills

Equipment repair or maintenance skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Excellent customer service skills

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks

Decision-making, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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About AdaptHealth

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.

Position Overview

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 Involved

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

1. Develop and maintain knowledge of current Respiratory Programs and HME products and services, along with all applicable governmental regulations.
2. Effectively communicate ideas or instructions to patients in a polite, informative, and appropriate manner.
3. Identify the need for Pulse Ox testing to recertify or qualify O2 services per insurance regulations.
4. Complete all required paperwork timely and accurately, including delivery tickets, safety checklists, patient receipts, ABNs, AMAs, and equipment-specific instructions.
5. Initiate and maintain follow-up calls or visits with patients.
6. Perform routine preventative maintenance checks and simple repairs as required.
7. Assist with equipment problems during business and emergency hours, troubleshooting equipment failures patiently and calmly.
8. Report equipment hazards and product incidents as per company policies.
9. Adhere to procedures for PPE use, infection control, and hazardous materials handling.
10. Assume on-call responsibilities during non-business hours as per policy.
11. Maintain patient confidentiality within HIPAA guidelines.
12. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

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

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid and unrestricted driver’s license.
• Related experience such as construction, manual labor, military service, or equipment repair/maintenance.

Additional Information

AdaptHealth is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare