Respiratory Therapist / Nurse (PRN)
Company: Rotech Healthcare Inc.
Location: Wenatchee
Posted on: August 4, 2022
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Job Description:
OVERVIEW:
Rotech Healthcare Inc. -is a national leader in providing
ventilators, oxygen, sleep apnea treatment, wound care solutions
and home medical equipment. - We help patients lead a more
comfortable and productive life by keeping them engaged in their
care and empowering them to manage their health and treatment at
home. - -Rotech provides high quality medical products, services
and outstanding customer care through hundreds of locations across
45 states. For additional information, visit our company homepage
-Rotech.com -Connect with us! - -FACEBOOK - -INSTAGRAM - -TWITTER -
-LINKEDIN
JOB INFORMATION:
SummaryWe are seeking qualified -Respiratory Therapists (RRT / CRT
/ RN) -to join our team to educate, train and monitor patients
using ventilators, PAP therapy, home oxygen and other respiratory
equipment. You'll use your clinical skills by assessing patient
needs and communicating your findings to the physician. Our model
of care ensures patients receive quality care specific to their
individual needs and medical condition.We have both Full Time and
Per Diem / PRN positions available. -PRN positions (Per Diem/ Paid
Per Set-Up): -As a Rotech employee you would be able to create your
own schedule by accepting the number of set-ups you would like to
complete each week. You are paid per set-up which ranges from
-$5.00 - $100.00 per service. -Essential Duties and
ResponsibilitiesReasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform these essential
functions.Maintains a complete listing of all current respiratory
patientsProvides initial and ongoing phone contacts with all
respiratory patients per Rotech policy and procedureProvides
in-home visits to patients per Rotech's policy and
procedureConducts patient assessment per Rotech's policy and
procedure and the physician's order - Patient assessment may
include but is not limited to:Verbal assessment (e.g., patient
history, symptom review, etc.)Physical assessment (e.g., lung
auscultation, blood pressure, etc.)Diagnostics (e.g., spirometry,
oximetry, sleep studies)Provides patient education as applicable. -
Education may include but is not limited to:Respiratory equipment
use and maintenancePhysician's prescription for equipmentImportance
of compliance with physician's prescriptionBenefits of
therapyPotential consequences of noncompliancePotential adverse
reactions/side effects from therapySets up all highly technical
respiratory equipment including but not limited to:Invasive
VentilatorNoninvasive VentilatorInfant MonitorsOther high-tech
respiratory equipment as defined by scope of service at the branch
(e.g., cough assist, negative pressure ventilation, IPPB,
etc.)Monitors ongoing function of highly technical respiratory
equipment including but not limited to:Invasive
VentilatorNoninvasive VentilatorInfant MonitorsOther high-tech
respiratory equipment as defined by scope of service at the branch
(e.g., cough assist, negative pressure ventilation, IPPB,
etc.)Maintains documentation of all services provided and all work
performed per Rotech's policies and proceduresAssumes on-call
responsibilities for phone consultations during non-business hours
as outlined by Rotech's policySupports orientation and training of
other personnel at the direction of the Area ManagerPerforms other
duties as required by state licensure lawPerforms other duties and
responsibilities as defined by the Area Manager
QUALIFICATIONS:
Employment is contingent onBackground investigation
(company-wide)Drug screen (when applicable for the position)Valid
driver's license in state of residence with a clean driving record
(when applicable for the position)Education and/or
ExperienceCompletion of an accredited program/degree in respiratory
care preferred. Nursing or other paramedical training may be
acceptable depending upon state licensure lawsHome respiratory care
experience is preferredDegree in respiratory therapy or related
science is preferred.Maintains continuing education as necessary
for performance of job responsibilities and as required for state
licensureCertifications, License, RegistrationsCredentials as a
respiratory therapist, Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or
Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) is preferred but other
medical credentials may be acceptable (e.g., RN, LPN, LPV)
depending upon state licensure lawsMust be licensed in primary
state of home office as required by state law and provide a copy of
license to the location. May be required to obtain license in
neighboring states as required by service area of locationMust
possess a current driver's license and/or commercial driver's
license as required by lawSkills, Knowledge and
AbilitiesEffectively communicate in English; both oral and
writtenHelpful, knowledgeable and polite while maintaining a
positive attitudeInterpret a variety of communications (verbal,
non-verbal, written, listening and visual)Knowledge of Durable
Medical Equipment (DME) or Home Medical Equipment (HME)Maintain
confidentiality and practice discretion and caution when handling
sensitive informationMake appropriate recommendations for changes
to patient care as dictated by patient assessmentMulti-task along
with attention to detailReview patient charts and discern
compliance with Rotech's policies and proceduresSelf-motivation,
organized, time-management and deductive problem solving
skillsSense of urgency and responsiveness to physicians, location
employees and patientsWork independently and as part of a
teamPhysical DemandsRequires occasional lifting and transporting of
patient equipmentRequires contact with patients and equipment with
potential exposure to contagious pathogensMay be required to comply
with OSHA Respirator Requirements, including but not limited to
Medical Evaluations and Fit-TestingSome travel via automobile
required to patient's home and meetingsWill maintain an office as
provided by Location Manager
ROTECH INFORMATION:
Benefits401kMedical, Dental and VisionLife Insurance and
DisabilityGenerous Paid Time Off and Paid HolidaysEmployee Discount
ProgramEmployee Recognition programBonus and Incentive
OpportunitiesCellular phone reimbursementMake the Right Move,
Create your Profile and Submit your Resume TODAY!! - - The hiring
manager reviews resumes and contacts applicants that have related
experience to the applied position. - -To view the status of a
position that you submitted your profile / resume to, Sign into
your account. -We appreciate your interest in Rotech Healthcare
Inc. -Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected
Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. -Rotech Healthcare Inc.
recruits, employs, trains, promotes, transfers, separates from
employment and compensates employees without regard to membership
in, association with, or perception of race, color, age, gender,
gender identity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry,
citizenship, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation,
physical or mental disability, pregnancy or any other personal
characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local
laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in each locality
where Rotech has employees. -Rotech Healthcare Inc. is a DRUG FREE
WORKPLACE
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