Respiratory Therapist

Lincare Holdings; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincare Holdings in Reno, NV is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver and educate patients and caregivers on proper equipment use and respiratory care procedures, ensuring safe operation at home and in the field.

You will perform equipment maintenance, complete delivery logs, plans of care, and consult with physicians to implement individualized care plans.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Deliver and set up respiratory equipment at patient homes and facilities.
• Provide instruction to patients and caregivers on proper use and maintenance.
• Perform routine follow-up contacts and equipment checks.
• Complete paperwork including daily delivery logs and plans of care.
• Inspect and test equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Coordinate respiratory services with physicians and implement the plan of care.
• Assist with problem solving and education regarding equipment use.

Education

AMA approved respiratory program

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

NBRC credentials (RRT preferred, CRT accepted)

State professional license

1 year of respiratory care experience

Home medical equipment experience

CPR certification

Word processing software

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.