Job Description
MAS Medical Staffing is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Norwood, Massachusetts.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : Respiratory Therapist
- Discipline : Allied Health Professional
- Start Date : ASAP
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift : 8 hours
- Employment Type : Travel
Respiratory Therapist | Up to $ 83,200-$89,440 / annual
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\nResponsibilities : \n
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Provide telehealth instruction to patients and / or caregivers on the proper use of certain equipment and / or respiratory care procedures.\n\tProvide onsite instruction to patients and / or caregivers as needed on the proper use of certain equipment and / or respiratory care procedures.\n\tProvide virtual follow-ups for patients and / or caregivers on the proper use of certain equipment and / or respiratory care procedures.\n\tPerform on site follow-ups on patients when appropriate.\n\tPrepare and maintain a record for each patient containing all pertinent information, care plans, physician prescriptions and follow-up documentation.\n\tConsult with referring physician when appropriate regarding patient treatment, medical condition, and Plan of Care.\n\tParticipate in ongoing education and training sessions regarding respiratory patient care.\n\tInterview and examine patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders as indicated by their individual care plan.\n\tMonitor physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs as indicated. \n\tProvide education to patients with oxygen, CPAP, BIPAP, and other respiratory equipment for complex respiratory diagnoses (excluding ventilators) \n\tPerform and assist patients with the following equipment / therapy : \n\t \n\t\t50 PSI Compressor\n\t\t
BiWaze Cough System\n\t\tLuna G3 PAP and ResMed APAP\n\t\tLuna 3B BPAP and ResMed BPAP\n\t\tMask Fitting\n\t\tOxygen Concentrators and Regulators \n\t\tPediatrics\n\t\tResMed ASV\n\t\tResMed Aircurve ST and Luna ST\n\t\tResMed ST-A (with iVAPs)\n\t\n\t\n\t
Perform testing and preventive maintenance on respiratory equipment in patients’ residence.\n\tInstruct patients, caregivers, physicians, and physicians’ staff on the proper use of respiratory equipment and necessary cleaning requirements.\n\tServe as liaison between patient and other members of the health care team when required.\n\tConsult with physicians to develop patient treatment plans.\n\tDeliver / pick up equipment and / or supplies to patients’ homes as necessary.\n\tContact physician and / or necessary health care team member regarding orders, complications and recommendations. Evaluate respiratory equipment for home use.\n\tParticipate in mandatory in-services and other trainings as scheduled.\n\tKeep all financial and patient information confidential, in accordance with company mandate and HIPAA security standards.\n\tComplete patient files and paperwork as per current policies.\n\tRegular rotation for on-call services with expectation of answering any on-call within 15 minutes or less and responding physically to emergencies within the assigned service area as quickly as possible.\n\n
\n Basic Qualifications
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21 years of age or older\n\tMust be eligible to work in the United States and not require work authorization from us now or in the future \n\tValid US driver’s license with no more than 2 moving violations or at fault accidents within the last 3 years \n\tGraduate of a Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC)-accredited respiratory therapy degree program with associate degree (AS, AAS) or a bachelor's degree (BS) and appropriate licensure. \n\tMust be currently licensed and in good standing with the Licensure Board of Registration of the state of practice \n\tMust possess RRT, RCP, CRTT credentials \n\tValid state (s) Respiratory Care license\n\n
\n Required Skills
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Effective and professional verbal and written communication abilities\n\tGreat customer service skills\n\tProfessional computer experience (especially Microsoft Office Suite)\n\tAbility to work independently to investigate and make decisions\n\tStrong attention to detail\n\tOutstanding organizational skills\n\tAbility to prioritize and complete work amidst interruptions in a busy work area\n\tAbility to comply with guidelines both internal and industry-imposed\n\tBilingual in English and Spanish preferred\n\n
\n Competencies
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Communication Skills\n\tDependability \n\tEthics\n\tOrganizational Skills \n\tTechnical Skills\n\tCustomer Service\n\tResult Driven \n\n
\n Work Environment & Physical Demands
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\nThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the Respiratory Ventilator Homecare Therapist to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the Respiratory Ventilator Homecare Therapist is regularly required to maintain a stationary position; place, detect, inspect, position equipment or other elements of the assigned tasks, communicate, exchange information and converse with patients, vendors, coworkers.
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\nThe Respiratory Ventilator Homecare Therapist is occasionally required to move, traverse, ascend / descend, balance or position self to complete the assigned tasks. The Respiratory Homecare Therapist must regularly exert up to 50 pounds of force, and / or a significant amount of force to move, position, transport, install objects. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
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\nThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Respiratory Ventilator Homecare Therapist encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this, the employee is frequently exposed to cleaning product fumes and dust and is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. This job entails possible occasional exposure to body fluids which can contain blood-borne pathogens. This position may entail possible exposure to hazardous material including liquid or gaseous oxygen.
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\n Benefits : \n\n \n\t
401(k\n\t401(k) matching\n\tContinuing education credits\n\tDental insurance\n\tFlexible schedule\n\tFlexible spending account\n\tHealth insurance\n\tLicense reimbursement\n\tLife insurance\n\tOpportunities for advancement\n\tPaid time off\n\tRetirement plan\n\tTuition reimbursement\n\tVision insurance\n\n Schedule : \n\n \n\t
8 hour shift ( 40 hours per week guaranteed )\n\tMonday to Friday\n\tCompany Car Provided\n\n License / Certification : \n\n \n\t
State of Massachusetts\n\n
MAS Medical Staffing Job ID #748037. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Respiratory Therapist | Up to $ 83,200-$89,440 / annual
About MAS Medical Staffing
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At MAS you can choose from the flexibility of per diem shifts, the consistency and great pay of local contracts, the adventure of travel nursing, or specialized roles like Allied Health (PT, OT, COTA, SLP, PTA, etc.) all within one agency. When your needs change, we’ve got you covered! Your dedicated support team can help you find your next role from our range of options.
Perks and Benefits :
Competitive payGuaranteed HoursIndustry-leading benefits, including health, dental & supplemental insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) program with company match for those who qualifyDedicated support team, just a phone call away and ready to helpPainless credentialing process, so you can start earning quicklyWeekly direct depositAbility to work a schedule that best fits your life and financial goalsTravel contracts include housing stipends and relocation assistance for those who qualify20 years of experience helping medical professionals find rewarding careers