Respiratory Therapist

Rotech Healthcare Inc.•Town of Amherst, NY

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Rotech Healthcare Inc. is hiring a Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT) or Registered Nurse (RN) to provide in-home respiratory therapy and clinical support to patients using ventilators, oxygen therapy, and other advanced equipment. The position focuses on hands-on care, patient education, personalized service, and building relationships with patients outside a traditional clinical setting. The role pays $36 to $40 per hour, depending on related experience, and is eligible for a bonus opportunity. External candidates may receive a $2,000 gross sign-on bonus after 60 days and another $2,000 after 180 days of continuous employment. The employee maintains a listing of current respiratory patients, contacts patients by phone, conducts in-home visits and assessments, provides education about respiratory therapy and equipment, and sets up and monitors highly technical respiratory equipment. The role also involves documentation, adjusting ventilator settings according to patient assessment and company policy, providing non-business-hours phone consultations on call, and supporting the orientation and training of other personnel as directed. Other duties may be assigned by the Area Manager or required by state licensure law. Employment is contingent on applicable background checks, drug screening, facility credentialing, and having a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record when applicable. Candidates must hold an active respiratory therapist license in their primary state of residence or another acceptable medical credential, such as RN, in accordance with state laws. Willingness to obtain licenses in neighboring states may be required. The employer states candidates may qualify through a combination of education, training, and relevant work experience that demonstrates the necessary capabilities. The role requires the ability to lift and transport patient equipment weighing at least 65 pounds, and regular patient and equipment contact may expose the employee to contagious pathogens. Employees must be able to sit, stand, walk, talk, and listen for extended periods, and must comply with the company’s respiratory protection and N95 fit-testing policy, including medical evaluation, annual recertification, and maintaining a clean-shaven face for a proper mask seal.

Requirements

Active licensure in the candidate’s primary state of residence as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT), or another acceptable medical credential such as RN, in accordance with state licensure laws.
Willingness to obtain licensure in neighboring states if required by the service area.
Candidates must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions through education, training, and relevant work experience.
Meet any education requirements mandated by applicable law, regulation, licensing requirement, or customer contract.
Valid driver’s license in the state of residence with a clean driving record, when applicable.
Ability to lift and transport patient equipment weighing at least 65 pounds.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, talk, and listen for extended periods.
Ability to comply with the Respiratory Protection and N95 Mask Fit Testing Policy, including medical evaluation, fit testing, annual recertification, and maintaining a clean-shaven face for proper mask seal.
Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask effectively.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
Ability to interpret and respond to verbal, written, and visual communications.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
Demonstrated problem-solving, time-management, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Comfort using email, internet research, and office equipment such as fax machines, copiers, printers, phones, and computers or tablets.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
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

Maintain a complete listing of current respiratory patients.
Provide initial and ongoing phone contact with respiratory patients according to company policies and procedures.
Conduct in-home patient visits according to company policies and procedures.
Assess patients according to company policy and physician orders, including verbal assessment, physical assessment, and diagnostics as applicable.
Educate patients about respiratory equipment use and maintenance, prescriptions, therapy compliance and benefits, and potential consequences or adverse effects of noncompliance or therapy.
Set up highly technical respiratory equipment, including invasive and noninvasive ventilators, infant monitors, and other equipment within the branch’s scope of service.
Monitor the ongoing function of highly technical respiratory equipment.
Document all services provided and work performed according to company policies and procedures.
Assume on-call responsibilities for phone consultations during non-business hours as outlined by company policy.
Adjust ventilator settings according to patient assessment and company policies and procedures.
Support the orientation and training of other personnel at the direction of the Area Manager.
Perform other duties required by state licensure law or defined by the Area Manager.

Benefits

Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
Overtime pay for non-exempt positions, as applicable.
Bonus and incentive opportunities.
Car, mileage, and telephone reimbursement, as applicable.
Employee discount and recognition programs.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
401(k), HSA, and FSA/Dependent Care FSA.
Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage.
Life insurance, disability, accidental death, identity protection, and legal services.
Mental health and Medicare support programs.
Diabetes and high blood pressure programs.
Healthcare Bluebook and RX Savings Solutions programs.
Hepatitis B and TB vaccinations.
Eligible external candidates receive a $2,000 gross sign-on bonus after 60 days and another $2,000 after 180 days of continuous employment.