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 on proper equipment use. The role includes inspecting and adjusting equipment, reviewing prescriptions and patient information, maintaining records, and keeping current with respiratory homecare practices. The employee may be required to work on-call after hours and weekends as needed; frequency depends on center size and the number of employees available to share coverage. The position requires travel to patients throughout an assigned territory using a reliable personal vehicle. Mileage reimbursement is provided.

Requirements

• In all states, CRTs and RRTs are qualified for this position; 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 for visiting 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 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 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 available employees.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package with flexible options to fit individual needs.
• Ongoing training and advancement opportunities.
• Comprehensive 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