Respiratory Therapist at Owens & Minor

Madison Heights, Michigan, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Requirements

Graduate of an accredited program for respiratory therapy
Current RCP license in the state of practice (or states that the location covers) if that state requires an RCP license
Current CPR Certification
Hold all applicable licensure in good standing for all states of practice
Valid and current driver’s license and auto insurance per Apria policy
Ability to drive personal vehicle for patient home visits
Meets company minimum standard of Background Check

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

RCP LicenseCPR CertificationPulse OximetryETCO2SpirometryVital SignsOxygen TherapyNebulization TherapyApnea MonitoringSuctioningPAP TherapyVentilationPatient EducationClinical AssessmentEquipment Maintenance

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for this Respiratory Therapist position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this Respiratory Therapist role remote or onsite?

The position is onsite.

What qualifications are required for the Respiratory Therapist role?

Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program, hold a current RCP license in the state of practice if required, have current CPR certification, maintain all applicable licensure in good standing, possess a valid driver’s license and auto insurance, and pass a background check.

What does the work environment look like for this role at Owens & Minor?

The role involves onsite patient home visits, clinical assessments, equipment operation and instruction, routine follow-ups, and possible on-call duties as part of a Fortune 500 company focused on empowering customers and patients in healthcare.

What makes a strong candidate for this Respiratory Therapist position?

Strong candidates will have graduated from an accredited respiratory therapy program, hold current RCP license, CPR certification, valid driver's license, and the ability to drive for home visits while maintaining licensure in good standing.