DME Respiratory Therapist or Polysomnographic Technologist

Trinity Health•Ann Arbor, MI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Durable Medical Equipment Respiratory Therapist is responsible for assessment of patient home medical equipment needs and the selection, instruction, and troubleshooting of appropriate equipment and services provided to meet those needs. This role may also involve duties related to Polysomnography. The position requires a licensed or certified individual to apply. The role involves direct patient interaction, education, and coordination with various healthcare stakeholders.

Requirements

Certified Respiratory Therapist or Registered Respiratory Therapist
One year hospital based respiratory care or home care experience preferred
Requires high school diploma or GED
Twelve to eighteen months of related experience preferred
Requires board certification from the BRPT or ABSM.
Knowledge and skill related to respiratory care field.
People sensitive characteristics with a genuine desire to help others.
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

Responsible for overseeing Respiratory Services.
Responsible for set-up of respiratory equipment and DME as needed.
Responsible to educate patient and family in proper use, adverse reactions, equipment maintenance and equipment safety appropriate for equipment being set-up.
Responsible for patient assessment, Plan of Care when needed in a timely manner.
Acts as a liaison between Trinity Health Hospitals and the family, caregiver, physician and other healthcare agencies and staff on the case.
Perform duties as requested by supervisor. These duties could include activities such as helping patients with resupply services, obtaining appropriate documentation to provide supplies/equipment; processing orders; verifying insurances and obtaining authorizations; assisting with inventory, etc.
Interacts with all employees, customers, and physicians in a courteous, respectful and friendly manner.
Remains aware of visitors and patients in public areas: assist customers whenever it appears appropriate by providing directions, helping them with chairs or doors, etc.
Adheres to the hospitality "House Rules".
Maintains good rapport and cooperative relationships.
Approaches conflict in a constructive manner.
Helps to identify problems, offer solutions, and participate in their resolution.
Maintains the confidentiality of information acquired pertaining to patient, physicians, associates, and visitors to Trinity Health.
Discusses patient and hospital information only among appropriate personnel in appropriately private places.
Behaves in accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values of Trinity Health.
Assumes responsibility for performance of job duties in the safest possible manner, to assure personal safety and that of coworkers, and to report all preventable hazards and unsafe practices immediately to management.
Performs other duties as assigned by department leadership