DME Sleep Equipment Tech - O'Neal MOB

Ochsner Clinic Foundation•Baton Rouge, LA

18d

About The Position

This role works under the supervision of a licensed respiratory therapist and is responsible for delivering, setting up, educating patients about, and maintaining CPAP, RAD, oxygen, and related sleep medical equipment. The position supports patient safety, regulatory compliance, and high-quality service. The description summarizes the position’s primary responsibilities and may be amended at the employer’s discretion. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, three years of experience in healthcare or a patient-facing service role, and a valid driver’s license. Prior experience working with sleep equipment is preferred. Candidates should be proficient with computers and web-based documentation systems, communicate effectively in writing and verbally, explain equipment use clearly to patients and caregivers with varying health literacy, and demonstrate strong interpersonal, organizational, and time-management skills. The position involves direct patient care and routine exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, communicable diseases, and potentially hazardous medications or waste. It is classified as Medium Work, including exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Three years of experience in healthcare or a patient-facing service role.
Valid driver’s license.
Proficiency using computers, software, and web-based applications to navigate documentation systems.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to clearly and professionally instruct patients and caregivers with varying levels of health literacy.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Strong time-management skills.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working with sleep equipment.

Responsibilities

Perform setup and provide instruction for CPAP, RAD, and other DME sleep medicine equipment.
Assist patients in selecting the correct mask for sleep medicine equipment.
Educate patients and caregivers on the safe and effective use of sleep medicine equipment.
Complete documentation accurately and meet compliance requirements.
Monitor compliance data and follow up with patients as needed.
Clean, maintain, and prepare sleep equipment according to policy.
Manage equipment inventory, supplies, and shipments.
Participate in on-call rotation and emergency coverage as assigned.
Escalate clinical concerns to licensed respiratory therapists.
Adapt communication and conduct to patient needs, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services or procedures, requesting permissions, and adjusting communication style.
Remain knowledgeable about applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and ensure compliance.
Report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient, employee safety, privacy, or other compliance concerns.
Perform other duties as assigned and comply with policies and standards.