Per Diem Respiratory Therapist - Houston, Texas

BetterNight • Houston, TX

17h • Onsite

About The Position

The Per Diem Respiratory Therapist provides patient support, coaching, education, and clinical assessment in patients’ homes or medical environments. The role helps patients begin prescribed PAP therapy by setting up CPAP/BiLevel equipment, configuring prescribed settings within the clinician’s scope and authorization, assisting with mask selection and fit, and explaining equipment use, care, and troubleshooting. The therapist works directly with patients to help them understand and feel confident managing their therapy at home, while delivering compassionate, patient-centered service.

This role is based in Houston, Texas. Hours are flexible and assigned according to patient demand, geographic coverage needs, and appointment availability; work volume may vary from week to week. The therapist coordinates and attends in-home appointments, completes required documentation, communicates with BetterNight teams, and performs other duties as assigned. No relocation expenses are available.

Requirements

• CRT or RRT credential and compliance with National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) and state licensing requirements.
• Respiratory Therapist license in relevant states.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel to patients’ homes within the assigned service area.
• Hands-on experience with CPAP and/or BiLevel equipment, including setup, mask fitting, and patient education.
• Strong communication and patient-service skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage scheduled appointments, and complete documentation accurately.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and neat in person and habits.
• Clear time-management skills, demonstrated by efficiency tracking.
• Ability to make sound clinical decisions with minimal management assistance.
• Knowledge of equipment usage and maintenance.
• Knowledge of infection control and Universal Precautions when applicable.
• Knowledge of patient rights and responsibilities, including HIPPA regulations.
• Knowledge of the patient’s Plan of Care and follow-up.
• Intermediate MS Office computer skills.
• Ability to obtain the continuing education credits required to maintain credentials.

Responsibilities

• Contact assigned patients to coordinate and schedule in-home appointments.
• Travel to patients’ homes at scheduled appointment times and set up assigned equipment.
• Set up CPAP/BiLevel equipment according to prescriptions and applicable clinical protocols.
• Configure prescribed pressure settings and comfort features within the scope of credentials and authorization.
• Assist patients with mask selection, sizing, fitting, and basic troubleshooting.
• Educate patients on equipment use, cleaning, maintenance, and ongoing care.
• Explain device functions and answer patient questions about managing therapy at home.
• Complete setup documentation, patient acknowledgments, and associated paperwork accurately and promptly.
• Represent BetterNight professionally and provide compassionate, patient-centered care.
• Communicate equipment concerns, patient questions, and issues requiring additional support to the appropriate BetterNight team.
• Communicate in a timely manner through Teams Chats, email, and other channels.
• Maintain required continuing education and attend company-related in-services.
• Follow infection-control practices and Universal Precautions when applicable.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed