Respiratory Therapist / Nurse

Lincare; Florence (AL); Remote; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincare is seeking a field-based Respiratory Care Technician to perform timely equipment setups in patients' homes, including ventilators, monitors, CPAP units, and oxygen systems.

You will educate patients, conduct assessments, and ensure documentation meets regulatory standards. A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are required for home visits; weekend on-call shifts may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Provides patient education as part of patient care according to policy.
• Performs comprehensive patient assessments according to Lincare procedures.
• Maintains knowledge of respiratory homecare techniques and related concepts.
• Follows Safety & Regulatory Manual policies (OSHA, DOT, FDA).
• Represents Lincare with professional appearance and accurate written reports.
• Requires a valid driver’s license for travel to patients’ homes.
• On-call evenings and weekends as scheduled by center size.

Responsibilities

• Sets up high-technical equipment such as ventilators, monitors, and CPAP units.
• Provides technical assistance with equipment.
• Sets up oxygen equipment as needed.
• Maintains patient records and reports per accreditation standards.
• Responds promptly while on-call.

Skills

Ventilator setup

In-home care

Patient education

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

Tools

Respiratory equipment knowledge

Job description

This employee performs equipment setups in a timely and professional manner.

• Generally responsible for the setup of highly technical equipment such as ventilators, monitors, and CPAP units
• Also responsible for providing technical assistance with equipment
• Incumbent may perform setup of all types of oxygen equipment as well

Job Functions

• Provides patient education as an intricate part of the patient care activity according to the patient need and Lincare policy, frequently in patients' homes
  • Requires use of a personal vehicle with a valid driver's license
• Performs complete and professional patient assessments in accordance with Lincare policies and procedures
• Maintains current knowledge of respiratory homecare techniques and relevant respiratory therapy concepts
• Follows applicable policies and procedures of the Safety & Regulatory Manual regarding General Safety, OSHA (includes the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment), DOT (driving safety), FDA, and Emergency Planning
• Represents Lincare through professional personal appearance, patient care activities, and content of written reports
• Facilitates prescription collection
• Maintains patient records in complete and organized manner in compliance with accreditation standards
• Works on-call evenings and weekends on an as scheduled basis
  • Frequency is determined by the center size and the number of employees available to share in the responsibility
  • Must respond in a timely manner