Respiratory Therapist

externallincarecareers; Cottonwood (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

externallincarecareers delivers and provides instruction to patients and caregivers on proper respiratory care equipment use. You will ensure operability, assist with problem solving, and perform routine follow-ups and equipment maintenance.

You’ll also complete daily logs and care plans, coordinate with physicians, and ensure documentation meets regulatory requirements. The role requires AMA-approved respiratory program graduation, current licensure, CPR certification, and at least 1 year in

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved respiratory program is required.
• Current state professional license is required.
• Minimum 1 year of respiratory care experience is required.
• Experience with home medical equipment is highly desired.
• CPR certification and health requirements must be met before patient interaction.
• Knowledge of Word Processing software.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and provide instruction to patients and/or caregivers on proper use of respiratory care equipment.
• Ensure patients and/or caregivers can operate and maintain equipment and assist with problem solving.
• Perform routine follow-up contacts and equipment maintenance checks.
• Complete paperwork including daily delivery logs, plans of care and treatment, as required.
• Inspect and test equipment to ensure proper operating condition in the field and at the office.
• Consult with referring physician regarding patient treatment, medical condition, and home environment.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Medical coordination

Education

Graduate of AMA approved respiratory program

Bachelor's degree preferred

NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred

Certified Respiratory Technician (CRT) accepted

Current state professional license

Minimum 1 year experience in respiratory care

Experience with home medical equipment desired

CPR certification required

Tools

Word processing software

Job description

This employee delivers and provides instruction to patients and/or caregivers on the proper use of equipment and/or respiratory care procedures; ensures patients and/or caregivers can effectively operate and maintain equipment, and assists patients in solving problems regarding equipment use.

• Routine patient follow-up contacts and equipment maintenance checks
• Completes necessary paperwork including daily delivery logs, plans of care and treatment, and any other paperwork required by the company
• Inspects and tests equipment to ensure proper operating condition both in the field and at the office
• Provides and evaluates the effectiveness of respiratory care, coordinates respiratory services, and performs respiratory care services in accordance with the physician's orders
  • Services include delivery, set-up, education, assessment, monitoring, treatment administration, and care, as related to the individualized plan of care
• Consults with referring physician regarding patient treatment, medical condition, and home environment

Education/Experience:

• Graduate of an AMA approved respiratory program is required
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Credentials with the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred, Certified Respiratory Technician (CRT) accepted
• Must have current state professional license
• A minimum of 1 year experience, or as required by law and regulation, in respiratory care is required
• Experience with home medical equipment is highly desired
• Current CPR certification and attainment of company direct patient care health requirements is required before interacting with patients
• should have knowledge of Word Processing software

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.