Respiratory Therapist / Nurse

Lincare • Ridgeland, SC

3d

About The Position

Lincare is seeking a Respiratory Therapist / Nurse to join its team. The employee sets up home medical equipment, including ventilators, monitors, CPAP/BiPAP units, and other related equipment, and educates and trains patients in its proper use. The role includes inspecting and adjusting equipment, reviewing prescriptions and patient information, maintaining records, and providing after-hours and weekend on-call coverage as needed. Employees visit patients throughout an assigned territory using a reliable personal vehicle; mileage reimbursement is provided.

Requirements

• Must be certified, registered, or licensed by the applicable state and/or national board governing clinical practice, or otherwise permitted by law.
• In all states, CRTs and RRTs are qualified for the position; subject to state law or regulation, RNs, LPNs, LVNs, paramedics, EMTs, and other clinicians may also qualify.
• Must have a reliable personal vehicle for patient visits throughout the assigned territory.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license and auto insurance in the state of residence, in accordance with company policy.
• In-depth knowledge of pulmonary function and pulmonary rehabilitation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer literacy and working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and educate patients on home medical equipment, including CPAP/BiPAP machines, nebulizers, oxygen concentrators, and mechanical ventilators.
• Inspect, test, and adjust home medical equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Review prescriptions and patient information to assess patient condition and determine suitable treatment administration consistent with physician orders.
• Maintain complete and organized patient records in compliance with accreditation standards.
• Maintain current knowledge of respiratory homecare techniques and relevant respiratory therapy concepts.
• Work on-call after hours and weekends as needed; frequency depends on center size and the number of employees available to share coverage.
• Visit patients throughout the assigned territory.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package with flexible options to fit individual needs.
• Ongoing training and advancement opportunities.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off.
• Retirement savings.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee referral program.
• Employee discounts.
• Mileage reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed