Respiratory Therapist / Nurse - Austin, TX

Lincare Holdings; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare services provider in Austin is seeking a Respiratory Therapist / Nurse to set up home medical equipment and provide patient education. This role involves inspecting equipment for safety, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with healthcare standards. Candidates should have experience with respiratory therapy concepts. Benefits include comprehensive packages and ample development opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Inclusive and friendly environment

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with CPAP/BiPAP machines, nebulizers, and other home medical equipment is preferred.
• Knowledge of respiratory therapy concepts is essential.

Responsibilities

• Set up and educate on home medical equipment.
• Inspect and ensure equipment functions safely.
• Review prescriptions and assess treatment compatibility.
• Maintain organized patient records and accreditation compliance.
• Knowledge update on respiratory homecare techniques.
• Be available for on-call after hours.

Skills

Setup and operation of home medical equipment

Patient education and training

Safety inspections and testing

Record keeping and compliance

Job description

Overview

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.

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

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