Respiratory Therapist / Nurse (PRN)
Company: Rotech Healthcare Inc.
Location: Wichita Falls
Posted on: May 24, 2023
Job Description:
About Rotech
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
Overview and Responsibilities
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
patients
- Provides initial and ongoing phone contacts with all
respiratory patients per Rotech policy and procedure
- Provides in-home visits to patients per Rotech's policy and
procedure
- Conducts 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 maintenance
- Physician's prescription for equipment
- Importance of compliance with physician's prescription
- Benefits of therapy
- Potential consequences of noncompliance
- Potential adverse reactions/side effects from therapy
- Sets up all highly technical respiratory equipment including
but not limited to:
- Invasive Ventilator
- Noninvasive Ventilator
- Infant Monitors
- Other 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 Ventilator
- Noninvasive Ventilator
- Infant Monitors
- Other 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 procedures
- Assumes on-call responsibilities for phone consultations during
non-business hours as outlined by Rotech's policy
- Supports orientation and training of other personnel at the
direction of the Area Manager
- Performs other duties as required by state licensure law
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as defined by the
Area Manager
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)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.
- Maintains continuing education as necessary for performance of
job responsibilities and as required for state
licensureCertifications, License, Registrations
- 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
- Must possess a current driver's license and/or commercial
driver's license as required by lawSkills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Effectively communicate in English; both oral and written
- Helpful, knowledgeable and polite while maintaining a positive
attitude
- Interpret 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 information
- Make appropriate recommendations for changes to patient care as
dictated by patient assessment
- Multi-task along with attention to detail
- Review patient charts and discern compliance with Rotech's
policies and procedures
- Self-motivation, organized, time-management and deductive
problem solving skills
- Sense of urgency and responsiveness to physicians, location
employees and patients
- Work independently and as part of a teamPhysical Demands
- Requires occasional lifting and transporting of patient
equipment
- Requires contact with patients and equipment with potential
exposure to contagious pathogens
- May be required to comply with OSHA Respirator Requirements,
including but not limited to Medical Evaluations and
Fit-Testing
- Some travel via automobile required to patient's home and
meetings
- Will maintain an office as provided by Location Manager
Rotech Information
Benefits
- 401k
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- Life Insurance and Disability
- Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Employee Discount Program
- Employee Recognition program
- Bonus and Incentive Opportunities
- Cellular 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
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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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