Respiratory Therapist

externallincarecareers; Flagstaff (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

externallincarecareers in Flagstaff, AZ seeks a Respiratory Therapist to deliver and instruct patients on proper use of equipment and home respiratory care. The role includes routine follow-ups, equipment checks, documentation, and coordinating with physicians to implement the plan of care.

The candidate should have AMA approved respiratory training, NBRC credentials preferred, active state licensure, CPR, and at least 1 year of respiratory care experience; home equipment knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved respiratory program is required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Credentials with 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

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.