Respiratory Therapist, PRN
About The Position
The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for setting up respiratory products for patients in their homes, including therapeutics, diagnostic equipment, high-tech ventilation, oxygen, and other respiratory equipment. This is a field-based, hands-on caregiving and leadership role requiring the employee to act as a patient advocate and a positive representative of PromptCare. Responsibilities extend to 24-hour coordination with the department Manager and 24/7 availability in accordance with the nature of the care PromptCare provides. The role is based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and is listed as non-exempt and per diem. The position requires frequent communication and listening, and involves substantial physical activity, including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, twisting, climbing, maneuvering in small areas, and frequently lifting or moving 30 pounds or more.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited respiratory school.
- Current Respiratory Care Practitioner state licensure in the state of employment, in good standing.
- Willingness to obtain licenses in other states at the company’s expense.
- Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance, both in good standing.
- At least 1 year of experience working as a Respiratory Therapist.
- RRT certification.
- Current CPR-BLS certification.
- Adequate PC skills to use email and update notes and other documentation electronically in a timely manner.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a home care setting is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
- Provide patients and family members with timely, accurate information about services and take appropriate corrective action to ensure satisfaction.
- Develop effective working relationships with patients, family members, and referral sources.
- Help plan the team’s daily activities efficiently, including planning routes to minimize travel time.
- Assist with scheduling equipment setups and follow-up visits according to company policies and standards.
- Coordinate patient discharges with RT Clinical Liaisons.
- Triage field problems according to company standards and applicable verbal and written training policies.
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation of patient concerns and take appropriate corrective action.
- Maintain knowledge of PromptCare’s Standard Operating Procedures and ensure they are applied consistently.
- Ensure the team complies with applicable laws, regulations, and Standard Operating Procedures.
- Promote a culture of providing “white glove” service to patients and family members.
- Submit travel expense reports at least monthly and in a timely manner.
- Perform on-call duties as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision package.
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Vacation, sick time, personal days, and paid holidays.
- Life insurance with optional enhancements.
- Employee Assistance Program with free counseling and coaching sessions.
- Emotional well-being and work-life balance resources.
- Company-paid short- and long-term disability coverage with optional supplements.
- Accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
- Commuter spending programs.
- Volunteer and engagement opportunities.
- Employee referral bonuses.
- Discounts on entertainment, travel, and supplemental and cellphone plans.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
