Respiratory Therapist

VieMed Healthcare•Mountain Home, AR

20d

About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for the clinical, technical, and administrative functions of the Home Respiratory Therapist program at the assigned location. The role delivers and installs respiratory equipment and supplies in patients’ homes, assesses patients and equipment, maintains clinical and equipment records, and coordinates care with physicians and other practitioners. The therapist also maintains inventory and vehicle readiness, supports compliance with applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements, trains subordinate or newly hired staff, and works with office, clinical, managerial, sales, and other team members to support patient care and service operations. The role includes availability to respond to patient needs and participation in a rotating on-call schedule with other respiratory therapists.

Requirements

Medical or respiratory experience.
A valid Respiratory Therapist license in the state where the employee practices.
Ability to frequently lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Install and deliver respiratory equipment, supplies, and products to patients in their homes, and provide ongoing assessment of patients and equipment.
Maintain clinical contact with physicians, referral contacts, health care practitioners, and others involved in the care of patients referred for home respiratory services.
Maintain records, charting, progress notes, clinical files, equipment records, preventative maintenance records, and other necessary documentation.
Maintain accurate inventory of company assets and supplies.
Maintain and service the assigned vehicle, ensuring it meets applicable accreditation standards.
Keep pertinent demographic information updated when personal or professional status changes.
Oversee applicable regulatory rules and guidelines for respiratory therapist staff.
Orient and train subordinate or newly hired respiratory therapist staff and service technicians.
Use effective written and verbal communication and adhere to cost-containment policies and procedures.
Work with office staff to support prompt, accurate billing and service documentation, including information needed to meet third-party payer coverage guidelines.
Collaborate with clinical, managerial, and sales staff to promote and market home respiratory services to referral sources.
Ensure equipment is operating properly, accurately, and safely before installation.
Remain available for patient contact and response to patient needs.
Participate in a rotating on-call schedule with other respiratory therapists in the area.
Work with other respiratory therapists, PCCs, and other departments to ensure tasks are completed.
Perform other duties or projects as assigned.