Respiratory Therapist

AdaptHealth • Hendersonville, TN

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About The Position

AdaptHealth provides full-service home medical equipment and related services to support patients at home and in alternate care settings. The Respiratory Therapist delivers high-quality, patient-centered respiratory care, manages preventative, rehabilitative, and palliative therapies, and collaborates with physicians, referral sources, patients, and caregivers to support safe transitions to home care. The role includes clinical assessments, treatment recommendations, patient and caregiver education, equipment troubleshooting, documentation, and coordination of authorizations and referrals. The position may participate in an on-call rotation as needed.

Requirements

• Associate degree from an AMA-approved respiratory program, or an associate degree in Nursing with an active and unrestricted LPN or RN license.
• One year of clinical experience as a Healthcare Respiratory Therapist, HME Respiratory Therapist, or Nurse with ventilator experience.
• Valid and unrestricted Respiratory Therapist license in all states serviced by the branch, or an active and unrestricted LPN or RN license when qualifying through the nursing degree pathway.
• CPR certification.
• Valid and unrestricted driver’s license.
• Demonstrated experience providing respiratory care involving PAP, ventilator, airway clearance, or oxygen therapy.
• Strong clinical assessment, decision-making, problem-solving, and equipment-troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with patients, caregivers, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Ability to prioritize work, manage multiple responsibilities, and remain flexible in a fast-paced, changing healthcare environment.
• Technical aptitude with Microsoft Office and clinical systems, ability to learn new technologies, and ability to understand regulatory requirements at local, state, and federal levels.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and manage respiratory therapies, including PAP, ventilator, airway clearance, and oxygen therapy.
• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments, interpret findings, and provide recommendations to physicians and referral sources.
• Perform patient equipment set-ups and follow-ups, and educate patients and caregivers on equipment and care.
• Participate in technically complex discharges and plan for smooth transitions to home care.
• Monitor patient progress, follow up with physicians and referral sources, and document outcomes and recommendations.
• Provide clinical in-services and education to hospital staff and other healthcare professionals.
• Follow infection-control, PPE, HIPAA, and patient-safety standards.
• Complete accurate, timely documentation and charting in compliance with ACHC and company standards.
• Review and maintain Plans of Treatment and Care Plans for accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate and assist with CPAP/BiPAP authorizations and referrals.
• Troubleshoot and maintain respiratory equipment and manage supply inventory.
• Participate in an on-call rotation as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and incentives.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, eligible the first of the month following hire.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off plans, including six paid holidays.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Paid parental bonding leave.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
• CVS Minute Clinic and Teledoc access.
• Spousal Advantage Reimbursement Plan.
• Identity Theft Protection and Legal Plan.
• Support, development, and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree