Respiratory Therapist / Nurse

Lincare • Butte, MT

5d

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 related equipment, and educates and trains patients on the proper use of prescribed equipment. The role includes inspecting and maintaining equipment, reviewing prescriptions and patient information to determine appropriate treatment administration in accordance with physician orders, and maintaining patient records in compliance with accreditation standards. The employee works on-call after hours and weekends as needed; frequency depends on center size and the number of employees available to share on-call duties. A reliable personal vehicle is required for visits throughout the assigned territory, and mileage reimbursement is provided.

Requirements

• 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.
• Maintain certification, registration, or licensure 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, in accordance with 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 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 on-call duties.
• Visit patients throughout the assigned territory.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package with flexible options to fit individual needs.
• Training and development opportunities that foster personal and professional growth.
• Mileage reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

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