Respiratory Therapist - San Antonio, Texas

Crosswalk Health, Inc.; San Antonio (TX); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider focused on pulmonary care is hiring a Respiratory Therapist in San Antonio, Texas. The role involves conducting in-person pulmonary function tests such as spirometry and collaborating with healthcare professionals. Ideal candidates will have strong respiratory therapy skills and a commitment to patient care. This role may require travel within a 30-mile radius.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in respiratory therapy practices and procedures.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology related to respiratory health.
• Ability to assess vital signs accurately.
• Familiarity with emergency medicine protocols related to respiratory emergencies.
• Experience working in a clinical environment.
• Comprehensive understanding of anatomy related to the respiratory system.

Responsibilities

• Perform pulmonary function tests, including spirometry and lung volume measurements.
• Prepare patients for testing by explaining procedures and ensuring comfort.
• Monitor patients during tests to ensure safety and accuracy of results.
• Record and analyze test results, providing detailed reports to physicians.
• Maintain equipment and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop patient care plans.
• Stay updated on advancements in pulmonary function testing techniques.

Skills

Proficiency in respiratory therapy practices and procedures

Strong knowledge of medical terminology

Ability to assess vital signs accurately

Familiarity with emergency medicine protocols

Experience in a clinical environment

Understanding of anatomy related to respiratory system

Job description

Respiratory Therapist - San Antonio, Texas

About Crosswalk Health, Inc.

At Crosswalk Health, we are reshaping pulmonary care delivery by empowering primary care providers—especially those in rural and underserved communities—to better manage chronic conditions like COPD while reducing overall healthcare costs. COPD is the third leading cause of death in the U.S., a major driver of hospital admissions, and responsible for over $60 billion in annual costs.

Our Mission is to deliver high quality, virtual-first, guideline-based pulmonary care at scale to measurably improve Americans’ respiratory health. We are working toward a health care system that provides patients, their families, and the clinicians who care for them access to affordable, high quality, and data-driven care and supports regardless of where they live.

About the role

We are looking for pulmonary function testing (PFT) technicians and respiratory therapists to conduct in-person pulmonary function tests including spirometry, DLCO, and lung volume tests in clinical settings in several major metropolitan areas in the following states--FL, GA, TX, TN, NC, AZ, KY, LA, and NV.

What you\'ll do

• Perform pulmonary function tests, including spirometry, lung volume measurements, and diffusion capacity assessments.
• Prepare patients for testing by explaining procedures and ensuring comfort.
• Monitor patients during tests to ensure safety and accuracy of results.
• Record and analyze test results, providing detailed reports to physicians.
• Maintain equipment and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals in a clinical setting to develop patient care plans.
• Stay updated on advancements in pulmonary function testing techniques and protocols.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in respiratory therapy practices and procedures.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology related to respiratory health.
• Ability to assess vital signs accurately.
• Familiarity with emergency medicine protocols as they pertain to respiratory emergencies.
• Experience working in a clinical environment.
• Comprehensive understanding of anatomy related to the respiratory system.

This position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about respiratory health and are looking to make a significant impact on patient care through their expertise. Travel among locations within a 30-mile radius may be required.

Job Type: Contract

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: On the road

The pay range for this role is: