Ventilator Care Specialist – Field Clinician

AdaptHealth LLC; Port Saint Lucie (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental and view

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off Plans including 6 paid H

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Parental Bonding Leave

Short and Long-term Disability

Life and AD&D Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and H

CVS Minute Clinic and Teledoc access

Spousal Advantage Reimbursement Plan

Identity Theft Protection and Legal

Job summary

AdaptHealth LLC in Florida is seeking a Respiratory Therapist – Ventilator Support to deliver specialized care to ventilator-dependent patients in home and alternate care settings. The role combines hands-on patient care, education, and collaboration with physicians to ensure safe, coordinated outcomes outside the hospital.

You will assess, educate, and support patients and caregivers, participate in discharge planning, document care activities, and travel to field sites as required.

Qualifications

• Associates degree from an AMA-approved respiratory program
• 1 year of clinical experience as a Nurse with ventilator exposure, Healthcare Respiratory Therapist or HME Respiratory Therapist
• Valid and unrestricted Respiratory Therapist license in all states serviced by the branch
• CPR certification
• Valid and unrestricted driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Maintain and apply advanced knowledge of respiratory equipment, ventilators, HME products, and related payer and regulatory guidelines
• Perform clinical assessments and reassessments, including review of ventilator patient records, compliance data, and care plans; communicate findings and recommendations to physicians and referral sources
• Participate in discharge planning and execution for highly technical and ventilator dependent patients, ensuring smooth transitions to the home setting
• Demonstrate and instruct patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals on ventilator units, supplies, and proper equipment use
• Provide clinical follow up with physicians and referral sources regarding patient status and tolerance of therapy
• Conduct clinical in services for hospital staff, referral sources, and other professionals on equipment and clinically related topics
• Adhere to all patient confidentiality, HIPAA, PPE, infection control, and hazardous materials handling requirements
• Accurately and timely document all patient care activities, assessments, procedures, communications, and outcomes in accordance with company standards
• Maintain complete and up to date patient records, including prescriptions, plans of care, treatment plans, delivery tickets, and required checklists
• Ensure documentation supports quality tracking, data trending, reimbursement, authorizations (including ventilator referrals), and regulatory compliance
• Utilize continuing education, in services, and professional inquiry to maintain and expand role related competencies
• Promote AdaptHealth through program development, operational support, educational coordination, and engagement with referral sources
• Act as a clinical resource, collaborating proactively with peers and interdisciplinary teams to resolve issues and optimize patient outcomes
• Ensure accurate, clear, and timely verbal and written communication related to patient care and operational needs
• Participate in on call rotation during non business hours in accordance with company policy
• Complete all required compliance training and adhere to AdaptHealth’s Compliance Program
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

Ventilator management

Respiratory care

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Education

Associates degree from AMA-approved respiratory program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Clinical systems

Job description

AdaptHealth LLC in Florida is seeking a Respiratory Therapist – Ventilator Support to deliver specialized care to ventilator-dependent patients in home and alternate care settings. The role combines hands-on patient care, education, and collaboration with physicians to ensure safe, coordinated outcomes outside the hospital.

You will assess, educate, and support patients and caregivers, participate in discharge planning, document care activities, and travel to field sites as required.