Respiratory Therapist

AdaptHealth, LLC•Hendersonville, TN

About The Position

AdaptHealth provides home medical equipment and related services to help patients live well beyond the hospital. The Respiratory Therapist delivers high-quality, patient-centered respiratory care in alternate care settings, managing preventative, rehabilitative, and palliative therapies. The role works closely with physicians, referral sources, patients, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals to support safe and effective transitions to home care. The position includes respiratory therapy delivery and management, clinical assessment, equipment setup and education, support for complex discharges, patient monitoring, documentation, care-plan maintenance, authorization and referral coordination, and respiratory equipment troubleshooting. The therapist must follow infection-control, PPE, HIPAA, patient-safety, ACHC, and company standards, and participate in an on-call rotation as needed.

Requirements

Associate degree from an AMA-approved respiratory program.
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 associate degree in Nursing with an active and unrestricted LPN or RN license.
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, and ability to learn new technologies and understand applicable regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

Deliver and manage PAP, ventilator, airway clearance, and oxygen therapies.
Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments, interpret findings, and make recommendations to physicians and referral sources.
Set up equipment, conduct follow-ups, and educate patients and caregivers.
Participate in technically complex discharges and plan ahead for 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 and 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

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 Teladoc access.
Spousal Advantage Reimbursement Plan.
Identity theft protection and legal plan.