Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Prometheus Federal Services•San Diego, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Prometheus Federal Services (PFS) is hiring a Registered Respiratory Therapist to work overnight in a Sleep Lab setting, on-site at the San Diego VA Healthcare System in San Diego, California. The Sleep Medicine Respiratory Therapist evaluates and treats patients with sleep-related breathing disorders, educates patients about their conditions and treatment, and collaborates with clinical specialists and other care teams. The role includes managing sleep-disordered breathing in a clinical setting, evaluating Positive Airway Pressure (PAP) equipment and therapy, and potentially performing home-based sleep studies. The therapist provides patient and family education, communicates sleep-study results, and supports safe, effective treatment in accordance with VA San Diego policies and procedures. The position also involves PAP clinic operations, coordination with Prosthetics, support for inpatient treatment and discharge planning, and recognition of when medical intervention is needed to protect patient safety.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
At least one year of recent sleep experience.
Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential issued by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).
California Respiratory Therapist license through the Respiratory Board of California.
Active AHA BLS and ACLS cards.
Ability to speak, understand, read, and write English fluently.
Authorization to work indefinitely in the United States without sponsorship.
Ability to obtain public trust.

Responsibilities

Independently evaluate patients with sleep-related breathing disorders and their treatment modalities in a clinic setting, including treatment efficacy through interviews, equipment data, prior notes, and study data.
Perform airway humidification using heated humidifiers, cool pass-over humidity, and Heat and Moisture Exchangers (HMEs).
Evaluate PAP equipment and treatment according to physician orders, including equipment type, pressure settings, comfort, and mask size and type.
Assess patients’ understanding of and ability to manage PAP therapy at home.
Maintain knowledge of PAP equipment, modes, setup, adjustment, and operation as equipment changes.
Communicate with patients by telephone, troubleshoot CPAP equipment problems, and discuss wireless remote data.
Order sleep accessories through the CPRS Consult system and coordinate with Prosthetics as needed.
Maintain competency in setting up, evaluating, and adjusting PAP equipment used to treat sleep-disordered breathing.
Maintain working knowledge of non-PAP treatments, including mandibular repositioning devices and electrical hypoglossal nerve stimulation.
Recommend and help determine appropriate equipment needs and changes to PAP treatment.
Provide support and advice on inpatient PAP treatment when requested.
Assist with discharge planning and preparation for patients who need new home equipment arrangements.
Maintain knowledge of complex sleep-related disorders, including circadian rhythm disorders, diagnostic considerations, hypersomnias, insomnia, and sleep-related movement disorders.
Implement, monitor, and troubleshoot ventilation modes including Bilevel, Bilevel Auto, BIPAP S/T, ASV, and AVAPS.
Research CPRS, remote data, wireless CPAP data, and Vista Imaging for sleep-study reports from VA facilities; contact facilities or patients when information is unavailable.
Ensure smooth and efficient operation of the PAP clinic and consistent appointment scheduling in accordance with the VA Handbook for Scheduling.
Provide patient and/or family education as indicated.
Recognize when medical intervention is needed to protect patient safety.
Perform other duties as assigned.