Respiratory Therapist

Rotech Healthcare Inc.•Summerville, SC

6d•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 who use ventilators, oxygen therapy, and other advanced equipment. The role focuses on hands-on care, patient education, relationship-building, autonomy, and personalized service outside a traditional clinical setting. External candidates are eligible for a $2,000 gross sign-on bonus after 60 days and another $2,000 after 180 days of continuous employment. The position includes maintaining respiratory patient listings and phone contact, conducting home visits and patient assessments, teaching patients about respiratory equipment and prescribed therapy, setting up and monitoring high-tech equipment, documenting services, and adjusting ventilator settings according to patient assessments and company procedures. The role also includes after-hours phone consultation coverage and supporting personnel orientation and training as directed. Duties may change and may include other work required by state licensure law or assigned by the Area Manager. Candidates must hold active licensure in their primary state of residence as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT) or another acceptable medical credential, such as RN, as permitted by state law. The role may require obtaining licensure in neighboring states. Candidates must be able to lift and transport equipment weighing at least 65 pounds and comply with respiratory protection and N95 mask fit-testing requirements. Employment may be contingent on background screening, drug screening, healthcare facility credentialing, and a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record, where applicable.

Requirements

Active licensure in the primary state of residence as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT) or another acceptable medical credential, such as RN, based on state licensure laws.
Willingness to obtain licensure in neighboring states if required by the service area.
Ability to meet education, training, and relevant work-experience requirements mandated by applicable law, licensing requirements, or customer contracts.
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 discreetly.
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, and office equipment such as fax machines, copiers, printers, phones, and computers or tablets.
Ability to lift and transport patient equipment weighing at least 65 pounds.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, talk, and listen for extended periods, and close vision 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 per OSHA guidelines.
Employment may be contingent on a background check, drug screen, healthcare facility credentialing, and a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record, where 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 contact with respiratory patients according to Rotech policy and procedure.
Conduct in-home patient visits according to Rotech policy and procedure.
Assess patients according to Rotech policy and procedure and physician orders, including verbal and physical assessments and diagnostics as applicable.
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 company 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 required by state licensure law or assigned by the Area Manager.

Benefits

Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
Overtime pay for non-exempt positions, as applicable.
Bonus and incentive opportunities.
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 insurance, accidental death coverage, identity protection, and legal services.
Mental health and Medicare support programs.
Diabetes and high blood pressure programs.
Hepatitis B and TB vaccinations.
External candidates may receive a $2,000 gross sign-on bonus after 60 days and another $2,000 after 180 days of continuous employment.