Respiratory Therapist / Nurse

Lincare•Lynchburg, VA

19h

About The Position

Lincare is seeking a Respiratory Therapist / Nurse to set up home medical equipment and educate patients on the proper use of prescribed equipment. Equipment may include ventilators, monitors, CPAP/BiPAP units, nebulizers, oxygen concentrators, and other related devices. The position involves assessing patient information and prescriptions, ensuring equipment functions safely and efficiently, and maintaining complete and organized patient records in compliance with accreditation standards. The employee must remain current in respiratory homecare techniques and concepts, and work on call after hours and weekends as needed. The role requires travel to patients throughout an assigned territory using a reliable personal vehicle; mileage reimbursement is provided. Lincare describes its workplace as inclusive, open, and friendly, with a focus on associates’ success. It offers training and development opportunities for personal and professional growth, along with a competitive benefits package.

Requirements

CRTs and RRTs are qualified in all states; subject to state law or regulation, RNs, LPNs, LVNs, paramedics, EMTs, and other clinicians may also qualify.
Remain certified, registered, or licensed by the applicable state and/or national board governing clinical practice, or as otherwise permitted by law.
Have a reliable personal vehicle to visit patients throughout the assigned territory.
Maintain a valid driver's license and auto insurance in the state of residence, per company policy.
Have in-depth knowledge of pulmonary function and pulmonary rehabilitation.
Have strong verbal and written communication skills.
Be computer literate, with working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and provide education on home medical equipment, including CPAP/BiPAP machines, nebulizers, oxygen concentrators, and mechanical ventilators.
Inspect, test, and adjust home medical equipment to ensure it functions safely and efficiently.
Review prescriptions and patient information to assess the patient’s 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.