Respiratory Therapist-RT at Owens & Minor

Rice Lake, Wisconsin, 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
Valid and current driver’s license and auto insurance per Apria policy
Required to drive personal vehicle for patient home visits
Current RCP license in the state
Registration or certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)

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 MonitoringSuctioningCPAPBiPAPVentilationPatient EducationEquipment TestingData Entry

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this respiratory therapist position remote?

Yes, the position is listed as remote.

What is the salary for this respiratory therapist role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What qualifications are required for the respiratory therapist position?

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 like at Apria Healthcare?

Apria Healthcare seeks empathetic, thoughtful, and compassionate people to provide home respiratory services, with a mission to improve the quality of life for patients at home.

Do I need to drive for this respiratory therapist job?

Yes, candidates will be required to drive their personal vehicle for patient home visits.