Respiratory Therapist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Use of a personal vehicle and a valid driver’s license.
• Excellent human relations skills for interacting with doctors, other referral sources, and patients.
• Computer literacy.
• Authorization within the applicable scope of practice to provide patient care services offered by Lincare.
• Completion of all training and education required to obtain the applicable certification, registration, and/or license.
• Maintain certification, registration, or licensure by the applicable state and/or national board governing clinical practice, or as otherwise permitted by law.
• In all states, CRTs and RRTs are qualified for the position.
• Depending on state requirements, current National Board of Respiratory Care credentials may also be required for CRTs and RRTs, in addition to a valid state license.
• Level 1: Familiarity with equipment and services provided in home healthcare or other patient care is required.
• Level 2: A minimum of two years in home healthcare is required.
• Level 3: A minimum of three years in home healthcare; may be involved in training other Healthcare Specialists.

Responsibilities

• Set up highly technical equipment, including ventilators, monitors, and CPAP units, in a timely and professional manner.
• Provide technical assistance with equipment and set up oxygen equipment as needed.
• Provide patient education according to patient needs and Lincare policy, frequently in patients’ homes.
• Perform complete and professional patient assessments in accordance with Lincare policies and procedures.
• Maintain current knowledge of respiratory homecare techniques and relevant respiratory therapy concepts.
• Follow applicable safety and regulatory policies, including General Safety, OSHA, personal protective equipment, DOT driving safety, FDA, and emergency planning requirements.
• Represent Lincare professionally through personal appearance, patient care activities, and written reports.
• Facilitate prescription collection.
• Maintain complete and organized patient records in compliance with accreditation standards.
• Work scheduled evening and weekend on-call shifts and respond in a timely manner.
• May participate in training other Healthcare Specialists.

Benefits

• Ongoing training and advancement opportunities
• Comprehensive medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral program
• Employee discounts