Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Office Based - No Hospital Shifts - Englewood

Total Respiratory & Rehab•Englewood, OH

19d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is for a licensed Respiratory Therapist seeking an opportunity in a complex and evolving work environment, offering a change from the hospital setting with a weekday schedule and biweekly bonus opportunities. The position involves assessing patient needs for equipment, selecting, instructing, and troubleshooting appropriate equipment and services. Employees will provide in-home patient care as needed and support a variety of Ohio locations, requiring travel within the assigned territory and coverage for area branches. The company, Total Respiratory, is a fast-growing Durable Medical Equipment (DME) company specializing in respiratory equipment like CPAPs/BiPAPs and oxygen concentrators. They are committed to superior patient care, product quality, and customer service, with ongoing education and training for their staff.

Requirements

High degree of integrity.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program.
Respiratory care experience and/or home care experience in the field of respiratory care.
Thorough knowledge and skills related to Home Medical Equipment field.
Ability to effectively manage all respiratory products provided by the company.
Ability to recognize the needs and concerns of people resulting in constructive working relationships.
People-sensitive characteristics with a genuine desire to help others.
Exceptional verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to multitask, prioritize tasks, manage records, and maintain accurate documentation.
Attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in data collection and record-keeping.
Customer service skills, providing excellent customer service and fostering a positive client experience.
Time management skills, ability to effectively manage time and meet deadlines.
Ability to cater to diverse customer base.
Experience with relevant software, scheduling tools, and data entry software, including MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Ability to demonstrate initiative, teamwork, and flexibility.
Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Willingness to work after normal business hours and on weekends.
Flexible attitude and willingness to take on extra tasks as necessary.

Responsibilities

Receive and document orders for equipment and/or services from referral sources, physicians, patients/clients, family members, or caregivers.
Maintain compliance tasks daily, including patient utilization, improvement, check-ins/follow-ups, documentation, resolution, and task lists.
Provide administrative support, including handling paperwork, filing, managing correspondence, and addressing client complaints.
Train and assist with overall daily operations of Respiratory Therapy, including vents, intake, coverage, and quality assurance at existing and new locations.
Travel within the assigned territory and provide coverage for area branches as operational needs dictate.
Assist with staffing coverage at various locations when peers are unavailable.
Collect additional information and/or authorization as needed.
Assess patient/client needs and determine the best equipment/services to meet those needs, involving the patient/client and/or family/caregiver in the selection process.
Instruct patients/clients in the proper use and care of equipment.
Communicate with the patient's/client's physician regarding changes in condition/needs and adjust the Plan of Care/Treatment.
Rotate to various branches to support the business and patients.
Track and maintain follow-up on preventative maintenance and schedule visits for respiratory therapy equipment assigned to clients.
Assist with scheduled visits of clients receiving oxygen therapy as needed.
Complete patient/client accounts paperwork, including Plan of Care/Home assessments.
Act as a liaison between the company and patients/clients, families, caregivers, physicians, and other healthcare agencies.
Conduct, participate, and attend educational meetings and seminars for healthcare workers, patients/clients, families, caregivers, physicians, and community members.
Assist with arranging necessary referrals to community agencies or for traveling patients to ensure continuity of care.
Develop and implement discharge plans for agency patients/clients.
Assume full responsibility for actions, professional skills, and attitudes.
Support the organization by being loyal and informing the branch manager of areas of concern and problems.
Keep cognizant of third-party reimbursement, criteria services, billing, patient/client paperwork, and equipment offered.
Work after normal business hours and on weekends.
Oversee all clinical functions performed by the company.
Perform all job functions with Company Mission, Vision, and Goal Statements in mind.
Maintain a flexible attitude and willingness to take on extra tasks as necessary.
Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.