RT or Clinician RN - Fulltime at Owens & Minor

Redmond, Washington, United States

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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)
Registration or certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
Current RCP license in the state of practice (or states covered) if required by the state
Current CPR Certification
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 language skills (reading, writing, verbal)

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 perform on-call duties as needed
Provides and operates various types of respiratory care equipment including 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 oximetryETCO2spirometryvital signsoxygen therapynebulization therapyapnea monitoringsuctioningPAPventilationrespiratory care

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the pay rate for this RT or Clinician RN position?

The hourly pay rate ranges from $37.00 to $45.00.

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 qualifications and certifications are required for this role?

Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program, hold NBRC registration or certification, and have a current RCP license in the state, plus a valid driver's license and auto insurance.

Is this a remote position, or does it require travel?

The role involves patient home visits, requiring driving a personal vehicle, so it is not remote.

What kind of company culture does Apria Healthcare have?

Apria Healthcare seeks empathetic, thoughtful, and compassionate people to improve the quality of life for patients at home, with customers and patients at the heart of what they do.