Respiratory Therapist
About The Position
The Respiratory Therapist 1 (RT-1) supports patients who use respiratory and respiratory-related equipment. The role involves assessing patient needs, selecting appropriate equipment and services, instructing patients and caregivers in equipment use and care, troubleshooting, and maintaining documentation. RT-1 status generally applies to new hires for at least one year, with exceptions for people with sufficient homecare experience or returning employees. After one year, employees may be considered for transition to RT-2 at the discretion of Clinical Leadership and based on operational and clinical performance. The role provides respiratory services in patients’ homes and works with patients, families, caregivers, physicians, insurers, and internal departments to coordinate care. The position includes scheduled 24-hour on-call service seven days a week and setting up equipment within the appointment or ETA provided. The job posting states compensation depends on experience and qualifications, listing ranges of $27–$39.69 for RT 1 and $30.15–$49.14 for RT 2.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Care Program and licensed as an RCP.
- Experience as a Respiratory Therapist.
- Thorough knowledge and skills related to the respiratory care field.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- People-sensitive characteristics and a genuine desire to help others.
- Detail-oriented.
- Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
Responsibilities
- Receive and document orders for respiratory equipment or services from customers, patients, caregivers, physicians, or family members.
- Collect additional information or documentation from insurance providers or physicians.
- Assess patient needs and determine appropriate respiratory therapy or services.
- Instruct and educate patients, families, and caregivers in the proper use and care of respiratory equipment according to written policies and procedures.
- Communicate changes in patient condition or needs to the physician and carry out adjustments to the patient’s Plan of Care.
- Complete patient account paperwork, including Plans of Care, treatments, and assessments.
- Act as a liaison between SuperCare Health and patients, families, caregivers, and physicians.
- Take responsibility for personal actions, professional skills, and attitudes.
- Follow policies and procedures outlined by JCAHO.
- Conduct follow-up visits for respiratory patients and support continuity of care as required by policy and procedure.
- Provide scheduled 24-hour on-call service seven days a week.
- Set up respiratory equipment within the appointment or ETA provided to support patient satisfaction.
- Provide services for the marketing department and other departments as necessary.
- Demonstrate timeliness, courtesy, sincerity, and patience when interacting with patients.
- Support SuperCare Health by communicating concerns and problems to the office for resolution.
- Understand and adhere to company policies.
- Stay knowledgeable and up to date on products.
- Maintain a professional, safe, and clean work environment.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Flexible Savings Account
- 401K
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Observed holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
- $1,000 sign-on bonus
- Paid training
- Paid time off
- Sick time
- Use of company vehicle, including FasTrack pass
- Additional state licensing paid
- Growth opportunities
- Employee referral reward program
- Employee discount program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
