Respiratory Therapist / Nurse

Lincare; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Inclusive and friendly environment

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Cincinnati is seeking a Respiratory Therapist/Nurse to set up and educate patients on home medical equipment. Responsibilities include operating CPAP/BiPAP machines, inspecting equipment, and maintaining patient records. This entry-level, full-time role comes with comprehensive benefits and ample training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of respiratory homecare techniques and therapy concepts is essential.
• Ability to work on-call after hours and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and provide education on CPAP/BiPAP machines.
• Inspect and test medical equipment for safety and efficiency.
• Review prescription and assess patient condition.
• Maintain organized patient records.
• Maintain current knowledge of respiratory homecare techniques and concepts.
• Work on-call after hours and weekends as needed.
• Frequency is determined by center size and staffing.

Skills

Setting up home medical equipment

Educating patients

Inspecting and testing equipment

Maintaining patient records

Job description

Lincare is currently seeking a Respiratory Therapist / Nurse to join a growing team. This employee is responsible for the setup of home medical equipment, including ventilators, monitors, CPAP/BiPAP units, and other related equipment. The employee will also educate and train patients on proper usage of prescribed equipment.

• 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/or 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 is 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