Ventilator Program Liaison

Park Place; Great Falls (MT); Hybrid; USD 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive compensation

Health/dental insurance

Paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

CEU support

Zusammenfassung

Park Place in Great Falls, MT is seeking a licensed Certified Respiratory Therapist to join as Clinical Liaison for the Vent Unit. This hybrid, full-time role blends frontline respiratory care with outreach to hospitals and physicians to grow census and ensure smooth admissions for ventilator-dependent residents.

You will educate referral sources on unit capabilities, coordinate admissions with the admissions and nursing teams, and maintain HIPAA compliance.

Qualifikationen

• Active Montana CRT or RRT licensure or eligibility.
• 2+ years of clinical respiratory care experience, preferably vent unit/ICU.
• Interest or experience in healthcare marketing or liaison activities.
• Excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills; able to build trust with clinicians.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with PointClickCare a plus.
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle; daily travel to referral sources.
• Passion for respiratory care and ventilator weaning.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.

Aufgaben

• Act as primary clinical liaison for the Ventilator Unit; build referral relationships.
• Conduct on-site and virtual evaluations of vent/respiratory referrals for admission.
• Educate referral sources on unit capabilities, including ventilation management and weaning.
• Coordinate admissions and ensure complete documentation.
• Track referrals, admissions data, and market trends.
• Represent the facility at community events and meetings to promote services.
• Provide in-services and clinical education to partners and staff.
• Collaborate with admissions, DON, and therapy/respiratory teams to optimize outcomes.
• Maintain HIPAA and regulatory compliance.

Kenntnisse

Interpersonal communication

Public speaking

Healthcare marketing

Relationship building

MS Office

PointClickCare

Ausbildung

CRT/RRT credential (Montana licensure)

Tools

PointClickCare

Jobbeschreibung

Job Advertisement: Clinical Liaison – Certified Respiratory Therapist (Vent Unit Focus) Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) – [Facility Name], Great Falls, MT

Position: Clinical Liaison / Respiratory Specialist (Full-Time) Focus: Ventilator & Respiratory Care Unit Location: Great Falls, Montana Reports to: Administrator / Director of Nursing Compensation: Competitive salary comprehensive benefits including health/dental insurance, PTO, mileage reimbursement, and CEU support.

About Us

Park Place is a leading skilled nursing facility in Great Falls, proudly featuring a dedicated Ventilator & Respiratory Care Unit that provides specialized, high-acuity care for residents requiring mechanical ventilation, tracheostomy management, and advanced respiratory support. Our interdisciplinary team delivers compassionate, evidence-based care in a modern, well-equipped environment—helping patients transition from hospital to home or long-term stability.

Job Summary

We are seeking a licensed Certified Respiratory Therapist with strong clinical expertise and sales/marketing acumen to serve as our Clinical Liaison. In this hybrid role, you'll market our Vent Unit to hospitals, physicians, discharge planners, and referral sources while providing clinical assessments and education to ensure appropriate, seamless admissions for ventilator-dependent and complex respiratory patients.

This position combines your respiratory therapy knowledge with relationship-building to drive census growth in our specialized vent program.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary clinical liaison for the Ventilator Unit: Build and maintain strong referral relationships with acute care hospitals, LTACs, pulmonologists, intensivists, case managers, and discharge planners in Cascade County and surrounding areas.
• Conduct on‑site and virtual clinical evaluations of potential vent/respiratory referrals to determine appropriateness for admission (e.g., vent weaning potential, trach care needs, oxygen requirements).
• Educate referral sources on our vent unit capabilities, including mechanical ventilation management, weaning protocols, tracheostomy care, pulmonary rehab, and 24/7 respiratory coverage.
• Coordinate smooth transitions: Facilitate timely admissions, communicate with hospital teams on patient needs, and ensure all documentation (e.g., orders, MARs, vent settings) is complete.
• Track referral sources, admissions data, and market trends; prepare reports on marketing effectiveness and census goals for leadership.
• Represent the facility at community events, health fairs, discharge planning meetings, and professional networking opportunities to promote our respiratory services.
• Provide in‑services and clinical education to referral partners and internal staff on respiratory best practices.
• Collaborate with the admissions team, Director of Nursing, and therapy/respiratory department to optimize patient outcomes and occupancy.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, state/federal regulations, and facility policies.

Qualifications

• Required: Active Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential in Montana (or eligibility for licensure).
• 2+ years of clinical experience in respiratory care, preferably in acute care, LTAC, SNF vent unit, or ICU settings with ventilator management.
• Proven track record or strong interest in healthcare marketing, liaison work, or business development (prior liaison experience preferred but not required—we value clinical credibility).
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills; comfortable with public speaking, one‑on‑one networking, and building trust with physicians/hospital staff.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with electronic health records (e.g., PointClickCare) is a plus.
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle (daily travel to referral sources required; mileage reimbursed).
• Passion for respiratory care, ventilator weaning, and improving outcomes for complex pulmonary patients.
• Self‑motivated, results‑oriented, and able to work independently while collaborating with the team.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to leverage your respiratory expertise to grow a specialized vent program in a community-focused SNF.
• Make a direct impact on patient transitions and outcomes for ventilator‑dependent individuals.
• Supportive leadership, competitive compensation, and professional growth (including CEUs for RRT maintenance).
• Work in a stable, essential healthcare role with meaningful community ties in Great Falls.

Park Place is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Background check and drug screening required.