Respiratory Therapist — VA Clinical Reviewer

Visual Connections, LLC; Maryland; Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Medical, Dental, Vision health care

11 Paid Holidays annually

Paid time off

Short Term, Long Term Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Training and Development opportunities

Training and Development opportunities

Job summary

A health services organization is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to conduct expert clinical reviews for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. This remote role involves evaluating charts, completing quality reviews, and maintaining strict confidentiality of records. Candidates should possess a Registered Respiratory Therapist credential and have over three years of acute-care experience. Strong clinical writing skills and proficiency with electronic health records are essential. Competitive compensation is offered per completed review.

Qualifications

• 3+ years acute-care experience (ICU, ED, or pulmonary services) preferred.
• Demonstrated excellence in clinical writing.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow security requirements.
• Experience with ventilator management and oxygen therapy protocols.
• Strong clinical writing and critical appraisal of medical records.
• Proficiency with electronic health records (EHRs)/PDF case packets and secure file portals.
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and provide objective, defensible opinions.
• Compensation is based on VA Tier; paid per completed review.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate charts and produce structured reviews.
• Complete VA quality reviews using templates.
• Prepare concise chronologies and narrative analyses.
• Prepare concise chronology and narrative analysis; respond to case-specific questions; cite references.
• Maintain confidentiality of VA QA records and comply with PRI/VC security/privacy requirements.
• Complete attestation of qualifications and absence of conflicts; submit reviews within timelines.

Skills

Clinical writing

Critical appraisal of medical records

Independence and deadline management

Experience with ventilator management

Proficiency with electronic health records

Education

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential

Active state license

Tools

EHRs

Job description

Overview

Visual Connections (VC) is partnering with PRI to deliver expert retrospective clinical reviews for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). As a Respiratory Therapist, you will evaluate charts and case packets and produce structured reviews that assess whether the standard of care was met, respond to specific clinical questions, and provide clear, evidence‑based rationales. This role has no direct patient care. Work is remote and compensated at a flat rate per completed review.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete VA quality reviews using PRI/VC templates: Peer Review for Quality Management (audit), Facility‑Requested Reviews, Routine Management Reviews, and Medical Advisory Opinions.
• Evaluate core aspects of care such as ordering of diagnostics, management of abnormal results, timeliness and appropriateness of diagnosis and treatment, performance of procedures, recognition/management of clinical deterioration, health‑record documentation, and supervision of trainees when applicable.
• Apply current Respiratory Therapist standards of care (e.g., guidelines, best practices) relevant to cases such as oxygen therapy titration, noninvasive and invasive ventilation parameters, weaning/extubation protocols, airway clearance therapies.
• Prepare a concise chronology and narrative analysis, respond directly to case‑specific questions, and cite authoritative references when appropriate.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of VA quality‑assurance records and data; follow all PRI/VC security and privacy requirements.
• Complete attestation of qualifications and absence of conflict of interest prior to assignment; submit reviews within agreed timelines.

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential (NBRC).
• Active state license (as required by state).
• 3+ years acute-care experience (ICU, ED, or pulmonary services) preferred; experience with ventilator management and oxygen therapy protocols.
• Demonstrated excellence in clinical writing and critical appraisal of medical records.
• Proficiency with electronic health records (EHRs)/PDF case packets and secure file portals.
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and provide objective, defensible opinions.
• Compensation is based on the VA Tier assigned to this specialty and is paid per completed review (hours may vary by case).
• Note: Tier assignment is determined by the VA. All rates are per review completed.

Schedule & Location

Remote, work‑from‑anywhere in the U.S.

Flexible, per‑case workload; timelines vary by assignment.

How To Apply

Using the ‘Email Resume’ button above submit your CV/resume and a brief statement of relevant review/QA experience.

Provide copies of active license(s) and board/credential certificates.

Be prepared to complete a conflict‑of‑interest attestation and onboarding documents.

Compliance & Confidentiality

All reviews and related materials are confidential quality‑assurance records under applicable law and must not be disclosed or redistributed.

Examples of review templates may be demonstrated during interviewing/onboarding but are not shared outside the review process.

Visual Connections, LLC offers a full benefits package including:

• Full Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vision health care
• 11 Paid Holidays annually
• Paid time off
• Short Term, Long Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Training and Development opportunities including professional certification and educational reimbursement

Visual Connections, LLC provides employment opportunities for all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

We are a Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business; and a Certified Maryland Business Enterprise. We were established in 2007 to provide public and private sector clients with robust web-based applications, Health IT and Portfolio and Program Management services. We have proven ourselves to be valuable partners who can deliver both qualitative and quantitative results to our clients. Our versatile, efficient and experienced team has a stellar record of past performance, working with the Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Veterans Health Administration (VHA), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS),Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and , Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS). With an employee base well versed in different disciplines, we are able to deliver high quality customizable solutions.