Respiratory Therapist

Job Duties :

• Consistently demonstrates ability to adequately complete all documentation and charting procedures in compliance with ACHC and company policy and procedures.
• Reviews Plan of Treatments and Care Plans to assure they are accurate and up to date.
• Documents procedures including how the patient tolerated a procedure, side effects and other pertinent information.
• Assists with authorization for CPAP / BiPAP referrals for patients.
• Shows adequate knowledge of respiratory equipment and displays ability to utilize knowledge in the clinical setting.
• Demonstrates ability to effectively troubleshoot equipment in the field successfully.
• Maintains inventory control of CPAP / BiPAP supplies for sleep center.
• Displays knowledge of assessment skills and demonstrates application of clinical skills during set-ups, follow-ups, and in-services.
• Participates in discharge planning of highly technical cases.
• Performs clinical assessments as needed and reports results and recommendations to the referral and physician.
• Participates in highly technical discharges and prepares in advance to assure the patient and caregivers have a smooth transition to the home setting.
• Performs in-services to hospital staff, referrals, other professionals regarding equipment & issues of clinical nature.
• Follows up with physician and referrals regarding patient status and documents accurately and in a timely manner.
• Retain knowledge of and consistently adhere to procedures for the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), infection control and hazardous materials handling.
• Assume on-call responsibilities during non-business hours in accordance with company policy.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and function within the guidelines of HIPAA.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Competency, Skills and Abilities :

• Competent in PAP, Ventilator, Airway Clearance, and Oxygen therapy administration and management
• Able to perform clinical assessments and make recommendations to physicians.
• Equipment troubleshooting and maintenance skills.
• Decision making, analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage competing priorities and tasks.
• Computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

Requirements

Minimum Job Qualifications :

• Associates degree from an AMA approved respiratory program.
• Valid and unrestricted RT clinical license in all states serviced by the branch, or an Associate degree in Nursing, with a valid and unrestricted LPN or RN clinical license.
• Must be CPR certified,
• One (1) year of clinical experience as a Health Care RT, HME RT or clinical nursing with Vent experience.
• Valid and unrestricted driver’s license
30+ days ago