Respiratory Therapist at Owens & Minor

Midvale, Utah, United States

Apply Now

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

HealthcareIndustries

Requirements

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

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 OximetryETCO2SpirometryOxygen TherapyNebulization TherapyApnea MonitoringSuctioningPAPVentilationPatient AssessmentEquipment MaintenanceData Entry

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this Respiratory Therapist position remote?

The position is listed as Remote, but it requires driving a personal vehicle for patient home visits.

What benefits are offered for this role?

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance available on the first working day, 401(k) eligibility after one year of service, employee stock purchase plan, and tuition reimbursement.

What certifications are required for the Respiratory Therapist position?

Candidates must have registration or certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC), a current RCP license in the state, a valid driver’s license, and auto insurance per Apria policy.

What is the salary for this Respiratory Therapist job?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What education is required to apply for this position?

A graduate of an accredited program for respiratory therapy is required.