Respiratory Therapist / Nurse

Lincare Holdings Inc.; Collinsville (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Lincare Holdings Inc. is seeking a Respiratory Therapist / Nurse to join their expanding team in Collinsville, IL. In this entry-level role, you'll be responsible for setting up home medical equipment and educating patients on its use, while also ensuring all equipment functions safely. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible options for individual needs

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Entry-level position.
• Must have knowledge of respiratory therapy techniques.
• Ability to educate patients on equipment usage.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and educate on home medical equipment.
• Inspect and adjust equipment for safe operation.
• Maintain organized patient records in compliance with standards.

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Offering up to $27 per hour

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/or other related equipment. The employee will also educate and train patients on the 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

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care, Non-profit Organizations, and Government Administration

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