Field Respiratory Therapist

AdaptHealth•Modesto, CA

About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist Vent is a field clinician who delivers specialized respiratory care to ventilator-dependent patients in home and alternate care settings. The role combines hands-on patient care, education, and collaboration with physicians and care teams to support safe, coordinated, high-quality outcomes outside the hospital. It involves field and in-office work and travel, as well as participation in an on-call rotation during non-business hours.

Requirements

Associate degree from an AMA-approved respiratory program.
One year of clinical experience as a nurse with ventilator exposure, a Healthcare Respiratory Therapist, or an HME Respiratory Therapist.
Valid and unrestricted Respiratory Therapist license in all states serviced by the branch.
CPR certification.
Valid and unrestricted driver’s license.
Demonstrated experience providing respiratory care to ventilator patients, including ventilator management, airway clearance, and oxygen therapy.
Strong clinical assessment, decision-making, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to troubleshoot equipment and adapt care as needed.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with patients, caregivers, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams.
Ability to prioritize work, manage multiple responsibilities, and remain flexible in a fast-paced, changing healthcare environment.
Technical aptitude with Microsoft Office and clinical systems, ability to learn new technologies quickly, and ability to understand regulatory requirements at local, state, and federal levels.

Responsibilities

Maintain and apply advanced knowledge of respiratory equipment, ventilators, HME products, and related payer and regulatory guidelines.
Perform clinical assessments and reassessments, including reviewing ventilator patient records, compliance data, and care plans; communicate findings and recommendations to physicians and referral sources.
Participate in discharge planning and execution for highly technical and ventilator-dependent patients, ensuring smooth transitions to the home setting.
Demonstrate and instruct patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals on ventilator units, supplies, and proper equipment use.
Provide clinical follow-up with physicians and referral sources regarding patient status and tolerance of therapy.
Conduct clinical in-services for hospital staff, referral sources, and other professionals on equipment and clinically related topics.
Adhere to patient confidentiality, HIPAA, PPE, infection control, and hazardous materials handling requirements.
Document patient care activities, assessments, procedures, communications, and outcomes accurately and promptly in accordance with company standards.
Maintain complete and up-to-date patient records, including prescriptions, plans of care, treatment plans, delivery tickets, and required checklists.
Ensure documentation supports quality tracking, data trending, reimbursement, authorizations (including ventilator referrals), and regulatory compliance.
Use continuing education, in-services, and professional inquiry to maintain and expand role-related competencies.
Promote AdaptHealth through program development, operational support, educational coordination, and engagement with referral sources.
Act as a clinical resource and collaborate proactively with peers and interdisciplinary teams to resolve issues and optimize patient outcomes.
Ensure accurate, clear, and timely verbal and written communication related to patient care and operational needs.
Participate in an on-call rotation during non-business hours in accordance with company policy.
Complete required compliance training and adhere to AdaptHealth’s Compliance Program.
Perform other related duties as assigned.