Respiratory Therapist
About The Position
The Respiratory Therapist provides personalized, in-home respiratory care to improve patients’ health, comfort, confidence, safety, and independence. The role includes ventilator management, oxygen therapy guidance, respiratory education, equipment support, and follow-up care. The therapist works directly with patients and families, delivering care with dignity, empathy, and professionalism outside a traditional clinical setting. The schedule is 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The position also participates in a rotating on-call schedule for emergencies and completes home visits as needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Active licensure in the primary state of residence as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT), or another acceptable medical credential (e.g., RC, RN, LPN, LPV) under state licensure laws.
- Willingness to obtain licensure in neighboring states if required by the service area.
- Successfully complete a background check, drug screening, compliance onboarding, and credentialing requirements.
- Maintain a valid driver’s license and clean driving record when applicable to the position.
Nice To Haves
- Completion of an accredited program in respiratory care, nursing, or a related paramedical field.
- Experience in home respiratory care or home healthcare.
- Degree in respiratory therapy or a related science.
- At least one year of relevant clinical experience.
- Familiarity with medical terminology.
Responsibilities
- Conduct compassionate and attentive in-home respiratory assessments.
- Educate patients and caregivers about ventilators, oxygen therapy, and other respiratory equipment.
- Adjust ventilator settings and clinical plans based on patient needs and physician orders.
- Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot respiratory equipment.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of clinical services and interactions.
- Provide ongoing phone support and follow-up care, including guidance during urgent situations.
- Participate in on-call rotations and complete home visits as needed.
- Support the training and orientation of new clinical staff.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support safe and reliable respiratory care.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
- Bonus and incentive opportunities.
- Fixed and variable car reimbursement for Area Managers and Account Executives.
- Car, mileage, and telephone reimbursement, as applicable.
- Employee discount and recognition programs.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
