Respiratory Therapist / Nurse

Rotech; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a dedicated Respiratory Therapist in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The role involves providing clinical patient services, conducting assessments, and ensuring effective patient care. Ideal candidates will have relevant credentials and a commitment to patient education and support.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

401k

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision

Employee discount program

Bonus and incentive opportunities

Qualifications

• Credentials as a respiratory therapist preferred.
• Must be licensed in primary state of home office.

Responsibilities

• Conducts patient assessments per policy and physician's order.
• Provides in-home visits to patients.
• Monitors ongoing function of respiratory equipment.

Skills

Communication

Self-motivation

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Rotech Healthcare Inc. is a national leader in providing ventilators, oxygen, sleep apnea treatment, wound care solutions, diabetic solutions and home medical equipment. We help patients lead a more comfortable and productive life by keeping them engaged in their care and empowering them to manage their health and treatment at home. Rotech provides high quality medical products, services and outstanding customer care through hundreds of locations across 45 states. For additional information, visit our company homepage Rotech.com

External candidates are eligible for a $2000 gross sign on bonus to be paid after 60 days and another $2000 after 180 days of continuous employment

Overview and Responsibilities

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join our team. In this position, you are responsible for providing clinical patient services and support within the location.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.)

• Assumes on-call responsibilities for phone consultations during non-business hours as outlined by Rotech's policy
• Conducts patient assessment per Rotech's policy and procedure and the physician's order
• Maintains a complete listing of all current respiratory patients
• Maintains documentation of all services provided and all work performed
• Monitors ongoing function of highly technical respiratory equipment
• Patient assessments
• Provides in-home visits to patients
• Provides initial and ongoing phone contacts with all respiratory patients
• Provides patient education as applicable
• Sets up all highly technical respiratory equipment
• Supports orientation and training of other personnel at the direction of the Manager
• In some locations, we need RTs to be on call and drive a company vehicle
• Performs other duties as assigned

Travel

• Some travel via automobile required to patient's home and meetings

Qualifications

• Background investigation (company-wide)
• Drug screen ( when applicable for the position )
• Valid driver's license in state of residence with a clean driving record (when applicable for the position)

Required Education and / or Experience

• High school diploma or GED equivalent, required
• Credentials as a respiratory therapist, Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) is preferred but other medical credentials may be acceptable (e.g., RN, LPN, LPV) depending upon state licensure laws
• Must be licensed in primary state of home office as required by state law and provide a copy of license to the location
• May be required to obtain license in neighboring states as required by service area of location

Preferred Education and / or Experience

• Completion of an accredited program / degree in respiratory care preferred
• Nursing or other paramedical training may be acceptable depending upon state licensure laws
• Home respiratory care experience is preferred
• Degree in respiratory therapy or related science is preferred
• One year of related work experience, preferred

Skills and Competencies

• Accurately perform simple mathematical calculations
• Effectively communicate in English; both oral and written
• Interpret a variety of communications (verbal, non-verbal, written, listening and visual)
• Maintain confidentiality, discretion and caution when handling sensitive information
• Multi-task along with attention to detail
• Self-motivation, organized, time-management and deductive problem solving skills
• Work independently and as part of a team

Machines, Equipment and Technical Abilities

• Email transmission and communication
• Internet navigation and research
• Microsoft applications; Outlook, Word and Excel
• Office equipment; fax machine, copier, printer, phone and computer and / or tablet

Physical Demands

• Lift and carry office equipment at times
• Requires close vision to small print on computer and / or tablet and paperwork
• Requires contact with patients and equipment with potential exposure to contagious pathogens
• Requires occasional lifting and transporting of patient equipment
• Requires sitting, walking, standing, talking and listening
• Required to comply with Rotech Respiratory Protection & N95 Mask Fit Testing Policy

Medical Evaluation and Fit Testing Compliance in a timely manner

• Keep face clean-shaven to ensure N95 Mask face-seal protection per OSHA guidelines
• Generous paid time Off and paid holidays
• Overtime pay for non-exempt hourly positions based on business needs
• Commission for Account Executives
• Fixed and variable rate car reimbursement for Area Managers and Account Executives
• Employee discount program
• Employee recognition program
• Bonus and incentive opportunities
• Mileage reimbursement (when applicable for the position)
• Telephone reimbursement (when applicable for the position)
• 401k
• Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision
• HSA and FSA / Dependent Care FSA
• Life Insurance, Disability, Accidental death, Identity protection and Legal services
• Meru Health Mental health and Mercer SmartConnect Medicare programs
• Livongo Diabetes and High Blood Pressure programs
• Healthcare Bluebook and RX Savings solutions programs
• HEPB and TB vaccinations

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