Respiratory Therapist Telehealth at Owens & Minor

Bolingbrook, Illinois, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Graduate of an accredited program for respiratory therapy
Registration or certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
Holds a current RCP license in the state of practice (including where RCP is located when providing telehealth) and states where the patient is located at the time healthcare services are provided (when state requires an RCP license)
Hold all applicable licensure in good standing for all states of practice
Meets company minimum standard of Background Check
Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
Ability to multi-task effectively
Ability to communicate effectively in person, on the phone and electronically
Successful completion of Apria's respiratory therapy orientation and competency evaluation program
Ability to use electronic hand held device
Microsoft Office programs
Basic printing/faxing/scanning
English (reading, writing, verbal)

Provides Telehealth instruction to patients and/or caregivers on the proper use of certain equipment and/or respiratory care procedures
Provides virtual follow-ups for patients and/or caregivers on the proper use of certain equipment and/or respiratory care procedures
Ensures patients and/or caregivers can effectively operate and maintain equipment
Performs Telehealth follow-ups on patients, and when appropriate involves local branch support
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 device portals for certain respiratory equipment
Consults with referring physician regarding patient treatment, medical condition, and Plan of Care
Participates in ongoing education and training sessions regarding respiratory patient care
Assist with patient scheduling as needed
Performs other duties as required