Full Time Respiratory Therapist Grand Junction, CO at Owens & Minor

Grand Junction, Colorado, United States

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Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
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Requirements

  • (None specified)

Responsibilities

  • Provides instruction to patients and/or caregivers on the proper use of equipment and/or respiratory care procedures
  • Ensures patients and/or caregivers can effectively operate and maintain equipment
  • Performs clinical assessments and tests such as pulse oximetry, ETCO2, spirometry, and vital signs
  • Responsible for routine patient follow-up contacts based on individual needs
  • May need to perform on-call duties as needed
  • Provides and operates various types of respiratory care equipment including but not limited to oxygen therapy, nebulization therapy, apnea monitoring, suctioning, PAP, invasive and non-invasive ventilation
  • Inspects and tests equipment to ensure proper operating condition
  • Prepares and maintains a record for each patient containing all pertinent information, care plans, physician prescriptions and follow-up documentation
  • Responsible for accurate data entry on monitoring websites for certain respiratory equipment
  • Consults with referring physician regarding patient treatment, medical condition, home environment, and Plan of Care

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Pulse OximetrySpirometryETCO2Oxygen TherapyNebulization TherapyApnea MonitoringSuctioningCPAPVentilationPatient EducationData EntryEquipment Testing

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for the Full Time Respiratory Therapist position?

The salary range is $23.65 - $39.28 per hour.

Is this Respiratory Therapist position remote?

Yes, the location type is listed as remote.

What benefits are offered to teammates at Owens & Minor?

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance available on the first working day, 401(k) eligibility after one year, employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, early access to earned wages, healthcare flexible spending accounts, healthcare savings accounts, life, AD&D and disability insurance, and paid time off.

What are the main responsibilities of a Respiratory Therapist in this role?

Responsibilities include providing instruction on equipment use, performing clinical assessments like pulse oximetry and spirometry, operating respiratory care equipment such as oxygen therapy and ventilation, routine patient follow-ups, on-call duties, equipment inspection, record maintenance, data entry, and consulting with physicians.

What is the mission and culture like at Owens & Minor and Apria Healthcare?

Owens & Minor's mission is to empower customers to advance healthcare as a Fortune 500 company with 350+ facilities and 22,000 teammates. Apria Healthcare aims to improve the quality of life for patients at home, seeking empathetic, thoughtful, and compassionate individuals.

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