Respiratory Therapist / Nurse

Lincare; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Inclusive work environment

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

A leading home health care provider is seeking a Respiratory Therapist/Nurse in Bend, Oregon. This entry-level role involves setting up home medical equipment and educating patients on its use. Responsibilities include ensuring the equipment functions safely while maintaining patient records. Ideal candidates should have a good understanding of respiratory therapy techniques and be ready for on-call duties. The position comes with a comprehensive benefits package aimed at supporting personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring knowledge of respiratory homecare techniques.
• Ability to educate patients on proper usage of medical equipment.
• Willingness to work on-call after hours and weekends.
• Be available for after-hours on-call as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate home medical equipment including CPAP/BiPAP machines.
• Inspect and adjust equipment for safety and efficiency.
• Maintain patient records compliant with standards.
• Maintain patient records in a complete and organized manner per accreditation standards.
• Keep up to date with respiratory homecare techniques and concepts.
• Work on-call after hours and weekends as needed.

Skills

Knowledge of respiratory therapy techniques

Patient education skills

Equipment operation and maintenance

On-call availability

Tools

Ventilators

Oxygen concentrators

CPAP/BiPAP machines

Nebulizers

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a Respiratory Therapist / Nurse to join our team at Lincare. The role involves setting up home medical equipment such as ventilators, monitors, CPAP/BiPAP units, and other devices, and educating patients on proper usage.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package with flexible options to fit individual needs
• An inclusive, open, and friendly environment focused on associates and their success
• Ample training and development opportunities that foster personal and professional growth

Job Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and provide education on home medical equipment that includes, but is not limited to CPAP/BiPAP machines, nebulizers, oxygen concentrators, and mechanical ventilators
• Inspect, test, and adjust home medical equipment to ensure it is functioning safely and efficiently
• Review prescription and patient information to assess condition and determine suitable treatment administration, compatible with physician orders
• Maintain patient records in a complete and organized manner in compliance with accreditation standards
• Maintain current knowledge of respiratory homecare techniques and relevant respiratory therapy concepts
• Work on-call after hours and weekends as needed; frequency determined by center size and number of employees available to share

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care