Respiratory Therapist

OhioMeansJobs Highland County; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Inclusive environment

Training opportunities

Job summary

Lincare is seeking a Respiratory Therapist / Nurse to join our team. You will set up home medical equipment such as CPAP/BiPAP, ventilators, and oxygen concentrators, and educate patients on proper usage.

You will inspect and test equipment, review patient information, and maintain accurate records while staying current with respiratory care techniques. On-call work after hours and weekends may be required based on center size.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and educate on home medical equipment including CPAP/BiPAP, nebulizers, oxygen concentrators, and ventilators
• Inspect, test, and adjust equipment to ensure safe, efficient operation
• Review prescriptions and patient information to determine suitable treatment per physician orders
• Maintain complete, organized patient records compliant with accreditation standards
• Maintain current knowledge of respiratory homecare techniques and concepts
• Be available for on-call after hours and weekends as needed
• Frequency is determined by center size and staffing levels

Job description

Lincare is currently seeking a Respiratory Therapist / Nurse to join a growing team. This employee is responsible for the setup of home medical equipment, including ventilators, monitors, CPAP/BiPAP units, and/or other related equipment. The employee will also educate and train patients on the proper usage of prescribed equipment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package with flexible options to fit individual needs
• An inclusive, open, and friendly environment focused on associates and their success
• Ample training and development opportunities that foster personal and professional growth

Job Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and provide education on home medical equipment that includes, but is not limited to CPAP/BiPAP machines, nebulizers, oxygen concentrators, and/or mechanical ventilators
• Inspect, test, and adjust home medical equipment to ensure it is functioning safely and efficiently
• Review prescription and patient information to assess condition and determine suitable treatment administration, compatible with physician orders
• Maintain patient records in a complete and organized manner in compliance with accreditation standards
• Maintain current knowledge of respiratory homecare techniques and relevant respiratory therapy concepts
• Work on-call after hours and weekends as needed
• Frequency is determined by center size and number of employees available to share

Lincare is an equal opportunity employer, access and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. AA/EOE, M/F/Disabled/Veterans