Respiratory Therapist — Home Visits & On‑Site Care

Apria Healthcare LLC; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 71,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Short/Long-term disability

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Domestic partner benefits

Well-being programs

Job summary

Accendra Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our on-site team, with 8:30 AM–5:00 PM schedule and 2-3 days on the road. You will perform oxygen therapy, CPAP/BiPAP setups, and ventilation support during home visits, while collaborating with physicians and branch teams.

You will educate patients, document care using iPad/laptop, conduct clinical assessments (pulse oximetry, ETCO2, spirometry), and handle maintenance.

Qualifications

• Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist with active IL RT license.
• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Current CPR certification and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct home visits to perform oxygen, CPAP/BiPAP, and ventilation equipment setups and follow-ups.
• Educate patients and caregivers on equipment use, cleaning, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Assess patient needs, document care delivered, and elevate concerns appropriately.
• Respond to hospital discharge requests and support patient needs.
• Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and internal branch teams.
• Maintain accurate documentation using iPad/laptop.
• Set up and operate respiratory care equipment including oxygen, nebulization, PAP, ventilation.
• Inspect and test equipment to ensure proper operating condition.
• Perform clinical assessments and tests such as pulse oximetry, ETCO2, spirometry, vital signs.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

IL RT license

CPR Certification

Driver's license

Mobile technology

Physical ability

Education

Respiratory Therapy program graduate

Tools

iPad

Job description

Accendra Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our on-site team, with 8:30 AM–5:00 PM schedule and 2-3 days on the road. You will perform oxygen therapy, CPAP/BiPAP setups, and ventilation support during home visits, while collaborating with physicians and branch teams.

You will educate patients, document care using iPad/laptop, conduct clinical assessments (pulse oximetry, ETCO2, spirometry), and handle maintenance.