Respiratory Therapist / Nurse - #254423

About Rotech

Rotech Healthcare Inc. is a national leader in providing ventilators,

oxygen, sleep apnea treatment, wound care solutions, diabetic 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

External candidates are eligible for a $2000 gross sign on bonus to be paid

after 60 days and another $2000 after 180 days of continuous employment

Overview And Responsibilities

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join our team. In this

position, you are responsible for providing clinical patient services and

support within the location. In the State of CO this position pays between

$25/hr. - $35/hr. (Co Springs $30-$35 &

Denver-Lakewood-Westminster $35-$40) depending on related experience and

locati

Essential Job Duties And Responsibilities

(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with

disabilities to perform these essential functions. Please note this job

description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of

activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for

this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time

with or without notice.)

Assumes on-call responsibilities for phone consultations during non-business

hours as outlined by Rotech's policy

Conducts patient assessment per Rotech's policy and procedure and the

physician's order

Maintains a complete listing of all current respiratory patients

Maintains documentation of all services provided and all work performed

Monitors ongoing function of highly technical respiratory equipment

Patient assessments

Provides in-home visits to patients

Provides initial and ongoing phone contacts with all respiratory patients

Provides patient education as applicable

Sets up all highly technical respiratory equipment

Supports orientation and training of other personnel at the direction of the

Manager

In some locations, we need RTs to be on call and drive a company vehicle

Ability to work cooperatively with others

Deal politely with patients and referral sources

Manage several tasks at once

Performs other duties as assigned

Travel

Some travel via automobile required to patient's home and meetings

Qualifications

Employment is contingent on

Background 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)

Required Education And/or Experience

High school diploma or GED equivalent, required

Credentials 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 laws

Must 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 location

Preferred Education And/or Experience

Completion of an accredited program/degree in respiratory care preferred

Nursing or other paramedical training may be acceptable depending upon state

licensure laws

Home Respiratory Care Experience Is Preferred

Degree in respiratory therapy or related science is preferred

One Year Of Related Work Experience, Preferred

Skills and Competencies

Accurately perform simple mathematical calculations

Effectively communicate in English; both oral and written

Interpret a variety of communications (verbal, non-verbal, written,

listening and visual)

Maintain confidentiality, disc etion and caution when handling sensitive

information

Multi-task along with attention to detail

Self-motivation, organized, time-management and deductive problem solving

Skills

Work independently and as part of a team

Machines, Equipment and Technical Abilities

Email transmission and communication

Internet navigation and... For full info follow application link.

Employer

Females,

and

Individuals

with Disabilities

Rotech Healthcare Inc.

recruits, employs, trains, promotes, transfers,

separates from employment and

compensates employees without regard to

membership in, association