Respiratory Therapist - Home Health & Equipment

AdaptHealth; Norcross (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

Life and AD&D Insurance

Job summary

AdaptHealth in Norcross, GA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in home and alternate care settings. You’ll manage PAP, ventilator, airway clearance, and oxygen therapies while coordinating with physicians, referrals and caregivers to ensure safe transitions to home.

You’ll perform clinical assessments, provide patient and caregiver education, participate in discharge planning, and maintain documentation in accordance with ACHC and company standards.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from an AMA-approved respiratory program required.
• One year of clinical experience as a Healthcare Respiratory Therapist, HME Respiratory Therapist or Nurse with ventilator experience preferred.
• Valid and unrestricted Respiratory Therapist license in all states served by the branch or an active Nursing license with appropriate credentials.
• CPR certification and valid driver's license required.
• Ability to work in home/alternate care settings with on-call rotation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and manage respiratory therapies including PAP, ventilator, airway clearance, and oxygen therapy.
• Perform comprehensive clinical assessments, interpret findings, and provide recommendations to physicians and referrals.
• Conduct patient set-ups, follow-ups, and education to ensure patient and caregiver confidence with equipment.
• Participate in discharge planning to support smooth transitions to home care.
• Monitor patient progress, document outcomes, and maintain compliance with ACHC and company standards.
• Provide in-services and education to hospital staff and other healthcare professionals.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and manage respiratory equipment and supply inventory.
• Maintain infection control and safety standards; support on-call rotations as needed.

Skills

PAP therapy

Ventilator management

Airway clearance

Oxygen therapy

Clinical assessment

Interpersonal communication

Regulatory compliance

Equipment troubleshooting

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate’s degree from AMA-approved respiratory program

Job description

AdaptHealth in Norcross, GA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in home and alternate care settings. You’ll manage PAP, ventilator, airway clearance, and oxygen therapies while coordinating with physicians, referrals and caregivers to ensure safe transitions to home.

You’ll perform clinical assessments, provide patient and caregiver education, participate in discharge planning, and maintain documentation in accordance with ACHC and company standards.