Respiratory Therapist RT at Owens & Minor

St Louis, Missouri, 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 is required
Must possess a valid and current driver’s license and auto insurance per Apria policy
Willingness to 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

Respiratory TherapyPulse OximetrySpirometryETCO2Vital SignsOxygen TherapyNebulization TherapyApnea MonitoringSuctioningCPAPVentilationPatient AssessmentData Entry

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the pay rate for the Respiratory Therapist position?

The salary ranges from $23.65 to $39.28 per hour, depending on experience.

Is this Respiratory Therapist role remote?

Yes, the position is remote, but it requires driving a personal vehicle for patient home visits.

What are the key requirements for the Respiratory Therapist job?

Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program, possess a valid driver's license and auto insurance per Apria policy, and be willing to drive a personal vehicle for patient home visits.

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 of service, employee stock purchase plan, and tuition reimbursement.

What does Owens & Minor say about its company and team?

Owens & Minor is a Fortune 500 company with 350+ facilities across the US and 22,000 teammates in over 90 countries, focused on empowering customers to advance healthcare through integrated technologies, products, and services.