Respiratory Therapist

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Assists in the treatment and management of patients with clinical needs.

The anticipated hourly range for this position is $33.43 - $45.00. The actual compensation offered may vary based on job-related factors such as experience, skills, education, and location.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides instruction to patients and / or caregivers on the proper use of equipment and / or respiratory care procedures.
• Ensures patients and / or caregivers can effectively operate and maintain equipment. Performs clinical assessments and tests such as pulse oximetry, ETCO2, spirometry, and vital signs.
• Responsible for routine patient follow-up contacts based on individual needs.
• May need to perform on-call duties as needed.
• Provides and operates various types of respiratory care equipment including but not limited to oxygen therapy, nebulization therapy, apnea monitoring, suctioning, PAP, invasive and non-invasive ventilation.
• Inspects and tests equipment to ensure proper operating condition.
• Prepares and maintains a record for each patient containing all pertinent information, care plans, physician prescriptions and follow-up documentation.
• Responsible for accurate data entry on monitoring websites for certain respiratory equipment
• Consults with referring physician regarding patient treatment, medical condition, home environment, and Plan of Care.
• Participates in ongoing education and training sessions regarding respiratory patient care.
• Assist with patient scheduling as needed.
• Performs other duties as required.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and / or Experience

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Computer Skills

Language Skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and / or Experience

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Computer Skills

Language Skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his / her hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee uses computer and telephone equipment. Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision and distance vision. Must be able to travel by plane and automobile (if applicable). Possible lifting of equipment up to 50 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.