Respiratory Therapist
Company: AdaptHealth LLC
Location: El Paso
Posted on: March 18, 2023
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Job Description:
Description:AdaptHealth Opportunity - Apply Today!At AdaptHealth
we offer full-service home medical equipment products and services
to empower patients to live their best lives - out of the hospital
and in their homes. We are actively recruiting in your area. If you
are passionate about making a profound impact on the quality of
patients' lives, please click to apply, we would love to hear from
you.Respiratory TherapistThis position is a NBRC credentialed
professional who provides respiratory care to patients in alternate
sites in accordance with AdaptHealth's policies and procedures.
Respiratory care will be preventative, rehabilitative, and
palliative in nature. The Respiratory Therapist will utilize all
the resources available within the agency and community to
accomplish care objectives. Current opening is for PRN only with
future opportunity of becoming a part-time or full-time employee.
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 managementAble 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
communicationExcellent customer service skillsAbility to prioritize
and manage competing priorities and tasks.Computer skills including
knowledge of Microsoft Office applicationsRequirements: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 licenseAdaptHealth is an equal opportunity
employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or
applicants for employment on the basis of an individual's race,
color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability,
marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender
identity, genetic information, or any other status protected by
applicable law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and
privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement,
compensation, promotion, discipline, and
termination.PI208296056
Keywords: AdaptHealth LLC, El Paso , Respiratory Therapist, Healthcare , El Paso, Texas
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