Per Diem Respiratory Therapist at Owens & Minor

Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Part TimeJob Type

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Healthcare, Home HealthcareIndustries

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited program for respiratory therapy
Current RCP license in the state
Registration or certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
Valid and current driver’s license and auto insurance per Apria policy
Drive personal vehicle for patient home visits

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
Participates in ongoing education and training sessions regarding respiratory patient care
Assists with patient scheduling as needed
Performs other duties as required

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Pulse OximetryETCO2SpirometryVital SignsOxygen TherapyNebulization TherapyApnea MonitoringSuctioningPAPVentilationPatient EducationData EntryEquipment Testing

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for the Per Diem Respiratory Therapist position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this Respiratory Therapist role remote or does it require travel?

The location type is listed as remote, but the role requires driving a personal vehicle for patient home visits.

What certifications and qualifications are required for this role?

Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program, hold a current RCP license in the state, have NBRC registration or certification, and possess a valid driver's license with auto insurance.

What is the company culture or mission at Apria Healthcare?

Apria Healthcare is an industry leader in home healthcare with a mission to improve the quality of life for patients at home by providing respiratory services and medical equipment to help them sleep better, breathe better, heal faster, and thrive longer.

How can I apply for the Per Diem Respiratory Therapist position?

Application instructions are not specified in the job description; interested candidates should contact Apria Healthcare directly for application details.