Respiratory Therapist / Nurse

Lincare; Valley View (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Training opportunities

Job summary

Lincare is seeking a Respiratory Therapist / Nurse to join a growing team, responsible for setting up home medical equipment including ventilators and CPAP/BiPAP units, and educating patients on proper usage.

The role also involves inspecting equipment, coordinating with physicians, and maintaining patient records in line with accreditation standards. On-call after hours may be required, with training and development opportunities provided in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in assembling and setting up home medical equipment including ventilators and CPAP/BiPAP units.
• Ability to educate patients on proper equipment use and safety.
• Maintain accurate patient records and comply with accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and educate patients on home medical equipment such as CPAP/BiPAP machines, nebulizers, oxygen concentrators, and ventilators
• Inspect, test, and adjust equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation
• Review prescription and patient information to determine appropriate treatment administration per physician orders
• Maintain patient records in a complete and organized manner
• Maintain current knowledge of respiratory homecare techniques and concepts
• Work on-call after hours and weekends as needed (frequency depends on center size)

Skills

Home medical equipment setup

Patient education

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/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