Respiratory Therapist LTC

Lincare Holdings Inc.; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Lincare Holdings Inc. is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to administer care to residents according to physician prescriptions and to monitor and adjust therapy as needed.

You will operate ventilators, nebulizers, and related equipment, assess patient responses, and collaborate with physicians to ensure safe, effective treatment. The role requires graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program and prior related work experience, with physical demands including handling equipment and

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Previous related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Review prescription and patient information to assess patient condition and determine requirements for treatment.
• Determine suitable treatment administration and modifications that may be needed, compatible with physician orders.
• Set up and operate devices including mechanical ventilators, nebulizers, and/or compressors.
• Operate equipment to ensure specified parameters of treatment such as volume, oxygen concentration, and/or temperature.
• Monitor patient response to therapy via vital sign and blood chemistry changes.
• Observe equipment function and adjust equipment to obtain optimal results.
• Consult with physician in event of adverse reaction.
• Inspect and test respiratory therapy equipment to ensure it is functioning safely and efficiently.
• Order repairs when needed.
• Demonstrate respiratory care procedures to trainees.
• Perform tracheostomy tube changes.

Skills

Patient assessment

Therapy plan modification

Equipment setup

Ventilator operation

Tracheostomy care

Education

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Tools

Mechanical ventilators

Nebulizers

Compressors

Job description

This employee administers respiratory therapy care to long term care residents with abnormalities and deficiencies of the cardiopulmonary system according to physician prescription.

Job Responsibilities:

• Review prescription and patient information to assess patient condition and determine requirements for treatment
• Determine suitable treatment administration and modifications that may be needed, compatible with physician orders
• Set up and operate devices including mechanical ventilators, nebulizers, and/or compressors
• Operate equipment to ensure specified parameters of treatment such as volume, oxygen concentration, and/or temperature
• Monitor patient response to therapy via vital sign and blood chemistry changes
• Observe equipment function and adjust equipment to obtain optimal results
• Consult with physician in event of adverse reaction
• Inspect and test respiratory therapy equipment to ensure it is functioning safely and efficiently
• Order repairs when needed
• Demonstrate respiratory care procedures to trainees
• Perform tracheostomy tube changes

Qualifications.

Licenses:

Education and Experience:

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program
• Previous related work experience

Physical Demands:

The employee may frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

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