Respiratory Therapist

Rotech Healthcare Inc.•Beaverton, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Rotech Healthcare Inc. is seeking a compassionate and clinically skilled 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 respiratory equipment. The role focuses on hands-on care, patient education, personalized support, and building relationships with patients outside a traditional clinical setting. The position involves maintaining patient records and contact, conducting phone consultations and in-home visits, assessing patients, educating them about respiratory equipment and therapy, and setting up and monitoring highly technical respiratory equipment. The therapist documents services, adjusts ventilator settings according to patient assessments and company procedures, takes on-call phone consultation responsibilities outside business hours, and may support personnel orientation and training at the direction of the Area Manager. Other duties may be assigned or required by state licensure law.

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 RC or RN, based on state licensure laws.
Willingness to obtain licensure in neighboring states if required by the service area.
Meet education requirements mandated by applicable law, regulation, licensing requirements, or customer contract.
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 communication.
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, office equipment, and a phone and computer or tablet.
Ability to lift and transport patient equipment weighing at least 65 pounds.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, talk, and listen for extended periods; close vision is required for reading small print on screens and paperwork.
Compliance with Rotech’s 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.
Employment is contingent on a background check; drug screening and healthcare facility credentialing apply when applicable.
Valid driver’s license in the state of residence and a clean driving record when applicable.

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 contacts with respiratory patients according to Rotech policies and procedures.
Conduct in-home patient visits according to Rotech policies and procedures.
Assess patients in accordance with Rotech procedures and physician orders, including verbal and physical assessments and diagnostics such as spirometry, oximetry, and sleep studies.
Educate patients about respiratory equipment use and maintenance, prescriptions, therapy compliance, benefits, and potential adverse effects or consequences of noncompliance.
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 Rotech policies and procedures.
Assume on-call responsibilities for phone consultations during non-business hours as outlined by Rotech policy.
Adjust ventilator settings according to patient assessment and Rotech policies and procedures.
Support orientation and training of other personnel at the direction of the Area Manager.
Perform other duties as required by state licensure law or as 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 programs.
Diabetes and high blood pressure programs.
Healthcare cost and prescription savings programs.
Hepatitis B and TB vaccinations.
Comprehensive training and ongoing support.