RESPIRATORY THERAPIST

Apria Healthcare LLC; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 51,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Parental leave

Domestic partner benefits

Job summary

Accendra Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to assist in treatment and management of patients with clinical needs in a home health setting. You will instruct patients and caregivers on equipment use, ensure proper operation, and perform clinical assessments and follow-ups.

The role requires NBRC certification, an active RCP license, and strong communication and multitasking abilities. Travel to patient homes and use of various respiratory care equipment are involved.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to multitask effectively.
• Ability to communicate clearly in person, by phone, and electronically.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Instruct patients and caregivers on proper use of equipment and respiratory care procedures.
• Ensure patients and caregivers can operate and maintain equipment.
• Perform clinical assessments and tests (pulse oximetry, ETCO2, spirometry, vitals).
• Conduct routine patient follow-up contacts and on-call duties as needed.
• Care for respiratory equipment including oxygen therapy, nebulization, PAP, ventilation support.
• Prepare patient records with care plans and physician prescriptions.
• Enter data on monitoring websites for respiratory equipment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

English proficiency

Education

Accredited respiratory therapy program

NBRC registration/certification

RCP license (state-specific)

Job description

About the company

At Accendra Health, we understand that healthcare is complex, and we’re here to make it easier. We help deliver care beyond traditional settings, making essential products and services more accessible through every stage of life. As part of the care team, our teammates play a critical role in delivering personalized, long-term care for the patients we serve. With deep expertise promoting health outside the hospital and a presence in communities nationwide through our Apria and Byram Healthcare brands, Accendra Health does more than just deliver the essentials. If you’re interested in meaningful work with impact, explore our career opportunities and join us in our purpose of Bringing Care To Life™.

Apria Healthcare’s mission is to improve the quality of life for our patients at home. We are looking for empathetic, thoughtful, and compassionate people, to meet the needs of our patients. Already an industry leader in healthcare services, we provide home respiratory services and select medical equipment to help our patients sleep better, breathe better, heal faster, and thrive longer.

Job Summary

Assists in the treatment and management of patients with clinical needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• 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.


• Performs clinical assessments and tests such as pulse oximetry, ETCO2, spirometry, and vital signs.


• Responsible for routine patient follow-up contacts based on individual needs.


• May need to perform on-call duties as needed.


• Provides and operates various types of respiratory care equipment including but not limited to oxygen therapy, nebulization therapy, apnea monitoring, suctioning, PAP, invasive and non-invasive ventilation.


• Inspects and tests equipment to ensure proper operating condition.


• Prepares and maintains a record for each patient containing all pertinent information, care plans, physician prescriptions and follow-up documentation.


• Responsible for accurate data entry on monitoring websites for certain respiratory equipment.


• Consults with referring physician regarding patient treatment, medical condition, home environment, and Plan of Care.


• Participates in ongoing education and training sessions regarding respiratory patient care.


• Assist with patient scheduling as needed.


• Performs other duties as required.

Salary range $37 - $39 per hour. Compensation offered may vary based on job-related factors such as experience, skills, education and location

Supervisory Responsibilities

N/A

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Meets company minimum standard of Background Check Education and/or Experience Graduate of an accredited program for respiratory therapy is required.


• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations Must possess a valid and current driver’s license and auto insurance per Apria policy. Will be required to drive personal vehicle for patient home visits. Registration or certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Hold a current RCP license in the state of practice (or states that the location covers) if that state requires an RCP license to allow the practice of respiratory therapy. Hold a current CPR Certification. Hold all applicable licensure in good standing for all states of practice.


• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills. Ability to multi-task effectively. Ability to communicate effectively in person, on the phone and electronically Successful completion of Apria's respiratory therapy orientation and competency evaluation program.


• Computer Skills Ability to use electronic hand held device Microsoft Office programs Basic printing/faxing/scanning


• Language Skills English (reading, writing, verbal)

Preferred Qualifications

• Education and/or Experience At least one year related experience is preferred.


• Computer Skills Language Skills Bilingual (reading, writing, verbal)

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his/her hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee uses computer and telephone equipment. Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision and distance vision. Must be able to travel by plane and automobile (if applicable). Possible lifting of equipment up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is required to safely operate a motor vehicle during the day and night and in a wide range of weather and traffic conditions. The noise level in the work environment is varies based on the locations or activities proximate to which can range from low to high. There is moderate exposure to dust, fume, mists and odors. Temperature ranges from normal indoor climate-controlled environment in buildings or vehicles and various outdoor conditions and temperature extremes encountered throughout the year in a variety of US states. General lighting is generally provided via florescent lighting indoors, and natural lighting outdoors, and low light conditions consistent with outdoor and/or night working environment. During off site travel events the employee may be exposed to higher noise levels requiring the use of hearing protection, with moderate potential exposure to moderate dust, chemicals, fumes and odors, as well as cryogenic and cleaning agents. During off site travel events the employee may be required to ride in company delivery vehicles and accompany employees on deliveries and enter into patient homes. May be required to receive vaccinations and participate in medical assessments and testing consistent with the work environment or patients exposed to. Will be required to wear various personal protective equipment consistent with the hazards encountered in this role. Will be required to use hand tools for assembly and repair, material handling equipment, cutting, carrying devices, cleanup kits or equipment. May be required to work with cryogenic fluids requiring special precautions and PPE. The physical demands and work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Teammate Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision care coverage


• Paid time off plan


• 401(k) Plan


• Flexible Spending Accounts


• Basic life insurance


• Short-and long-term disability coverage


• Accident insurance


• Teammate Assistance Program


• Paid parental leave


• Domestic partner benefits


• Mental, physical, and financial well-being programs

Accendra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.

At Accendra Health, we understand that healthcare is complex, and we’re here to make it easier. We help deliver care beyond traditional settings, making essential products and services more accessible through every stage of life. With deep expertise promoting health outside the hospital and a presence in communities nationwide through our Apria and Byram Healthcare brands, Accendra Health does more than just deliver the essentials.