Respiratory Therapist (AdventHealth Respiratory & Equipment)

ExactCare Pharmacy; Florida; On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join their team in Florida. In this pivotal role, you will provide essential respiratory care to patients, ensuring their comfort and well-being while utilizing state-of-the-art equipment. Your expertise will not only enhance patient outcomes but also contribute to the growth of a dynamic healthcare service. With a focus on professional development and a supportive work environment, this position offers a chance to make a real difference in patients' lives. If you're passionate about respiratory therapy and looking for a rewarding opportunity, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Short-term Disability

Flexible Spending Account

Company-paid Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program and NBRC credentialed.
• Minimum one year experience as a Health Care RT or HME preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care and equipment management to patients.
• Maintain accurate documentation and patient files per company policy.
• Participate in discharge planning and clinical assessments.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

Clinical Assessment

Documentation

Troubleshooting Equipment

Patient Care

Education

Accredited Respiratory Therapy Program

Tools

CPAP/BiPAP Equipment

Job description

CarepathRx transforms hospital pharmacy from a cost center into an active revenue generator through a powerful combination of technology, market-leading pharmacy services and wrap-around services.

Advent Health Respiratory and Equipment (AHRE) is a leader in providing ventilators, oxygen, sleep apnea treatment, wound care solutions, diabetic solutions and home medical equipment. We help patients lead a more comfortable and productive life by keeping them engaged in their care and empowering them to manage their health and treatment at home. A unique joint venture partnership between Advent Health and CarepathRx, AHRE has the unique opportunity to grow significantly as we expand to serve Advent Health’s expanding footprint of facilities and services throughout Florida.

A Respiratory Therapist is a NBRC credentialed professional who provides respiratory care to patients in alternate sites in accordance to AHRE’s policies and procedures. Respiratory care will be preventative, rehabilitative and palliative in nature. The Respiratory Therapist will utilize all of the resources available within the agency and community to accomplish care objectives.

Responsibilities

1. Respiratory Therapy Equipment Aptitude
   • Shows adequate knowledge of respiratory equipment and displays ability to utilize knowledge in the clinical setting.
   • Demonstrates ability to effectively troubleshoot equipment in the field successfully.
   • Aids in equipment evaluation and upgrading.
   • Maintains inventory control of CPAP/BiPAP supplies for sleep center.
2. Professional Growth
   • Utilizes various sources of information to attain greater competence about his or her position, including attending educational events (including attending optional in-services) and asking questions.
   • Utilizes acquired knowledge to increase his or her competencies.
   • Demonstrates initiative at disseminating knowledge to others.
   • Actively participates in appropriate company committees.
   • Contributes to other employees’ orientations whenever possible.
   • Documents attendance to all educational events.
3. Documentation & Charting
   • Consistently demonstrates ability to adequately complete all documentation and charting procedures in compliance with Joint Commissions and company policy and procedures.
   • Maintains complete and accurate patient files by updating all documents per company policy and procedures.
   • Reviews Plan of Treatments and Care Plans to assure they are accurate and up-to-date.
   • Completes paperwork thoroughly.
   • Within 24 hours or on the next business day, turns in paperwork appropriately for completing the patient visit/set-up completion.
   • Documents procedures including how the patient tolerated a procedure, side effects and other pertinent information.
4. Clinical Skills & Knowledge
   • Displays knowledge of assessment skills and demonstrates application of clinical skills during set-ups, follow-ups, and in-services.
   • Participates in discharge planning of highly technical cases.
   • Performs clinical assessments as needed and reports results and recommendations to the referral source and/or physician.
   • Participates in highly technical discharges and prepares in advance to assure the patient and caregivers have a smooth transition to the home setting.
   • Performs in-services to hospital staff, referrals and other professionals regarding equipment and issues of clinical nature.
   • Follows up with physician and referrals regarding patient status and documents accurately and in a timely manner if applicable.
5. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program and credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• CRT or RRT active and valid License is required.
• Minimum one year experience as a Health Care RT or HME preferred.

Working Conditions & Functions

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Must be able to stretch, bend, stoop and crouch and perform moderate to heavy physical labor while moving equipment, materials, and supplies. The employee is occasionally required to climb stairs and maneuver heavy equipment through tight spaces to access a patient’s residence. This position requires the physical and mental ability to provide equipment assessments and maintenance. Must be able to lift or transfer patients weighing up to 160 pounds without assistance (or more with assistance) and perform one-man CPR.

This position requires city and rural travel. Drive a personal vehicle, delivery van or truck safely, sometimes through hazardous weather conditions. The employee must be able to identify safety hazards and take the necessary precautions. Work with a minimum of supervision and demonstrate the ability to problem solve.

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

CarepathRx offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees that includes medical/dental/vision, flexible spending, company-paid life insurance and short-term disability as well as voluntary benefits, 401(k), Paid Time Off and paid holidays. Medical, dental and vision coverage are effective 1st of the month following date of hire.

CarepathRx provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status, or other legally protected classification in the state in which a person is seeking employment. Applicants encouraged to confidentially self-identify when applying. Local applicants are encouraged to apply. We maintain a drug-free work environment. Applicants must be eligible to work in this country.