Respiratory Therapist / Nurse

Lincare; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 24,150 - 26,996; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Ample training and development opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

A health care services provider in Fort Smith, Arkansas, is seeking an entry-level Respiratory Therapist / Nurse. The role involves setting up and maintaining home medical equipment, providing patient education, and ensuring compliance with accreditation standards. The successful candidate will work with equipment such as CPAP/BiPAP machines and nebulizers. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, along with a sign-on bonus of $5,000. This position provides ample training and development opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Set up and educate patients on home medical equipment like CPAP/BiPAP, nebulizers, and oxygen concentrators.
• Inspect and test home medical equipment for safety and efficiency.
• Review prescriptions to determine suitable treatment.
• Maintain organized patient records in compliance with standards.
• Stay updated on respiratory homecare techniques.
• Be on-call after hours and weekends as necessary.

Job description

Respiratory Therapist / Nurse

Lincare is currently seeking a skilled professional to join a growing team. The role includes setting up and maintaining home medical equipment, educating patients, and ensuring compliance with accreditation standards.

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 determined by center size and number of employees available to share)

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

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

Location and Compensation

Fort Smith, AR $2,164.00-$2,419.00

Sign On Bonus: $5,000.00

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