Ventilator Care Field Therapist — Respiratory Specialist

AdaptHealth, LLC; Modesto (CA); Hybrid; USD 107,252,000 - 171,609,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental and eye

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Life and disability insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

AdaptHealth is seeking a Respiratory Therapist – Ventilator Support to deliver specialized care to ventilator-dependent patients in home and alternate care settings. You will educate patients and families, collaborate with physicians, and ensure safe, high-quality outcomes outside the hospital.

This field clinician role involves travel and combines hands-on care with documentation and care coordination to support transitions to home-based care.

Qualifications

• Associates degree from an AMA-approved respiratory program.
• One year of clinical experience with ventilator-exposed patients.
• Valid and unrestricted Respiratory Therapist license in states served.
• CPR certification and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain advanced knowledge of respiratory equipment, ventilators, and related guidelines.
• Perform clinical assessments and communicate findings to physicians.
• Discharge planning and patient transitions to home settings.
• Instruct patients and caregivers on ventilator units and equipment use.
• Document all patient care activities accurately and timely.
• Collaborate with peers and care teams to optimize outcomes.

Skills

Ventilator management

Respiratory care

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

MS Office

Education

Associates degree from AMA-approved respiratory program

Job description

AdaptHealth is seeking a Respiratory Therapist – Ventilator Support to deliver specialized care to ventilator-dependent patients in home and alternate care settings. You will educate patients and families, collaborate with physicians, and ensure safe, high-quality outcomes outside the hospital.

This field clinician role involves travel and combines hands-on care with documentation and care coordination to support transitions to home-based care.