Respiratory Therapist / Nurse

Rotech Inc
US - Mississippi - Grenada
October 30, 2024

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 Overview and ResponsibilitiesJob 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.

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
Performs other duties as assigned

Travel

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

QualificationsEmployment 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, discretion 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 research
Microsoft applications; Outlook, Word and Excel
Office equipment; fax machine, copier, printer, phone and computer and/or tablet

Physical Demands

Lift and carry office equipment at times
Requires close vision to small print on computer and/or tablet and paperwork
Requires contact with patients and equipment with potential exposure to contagious pathogens
Requires occasional lifting and transporting of patient equipment
Requires sitting, walking, standing, talking and listening
Required to comply with Rotech Respiratory Protection & N95 Mask Fit Testing Policy
- Medical Evaluation and Fit Testing Compliance in a timely manner
- Annual Recertification
- Keep face clean-shaven to ensure N95 Mask face-seal protection per OSHA guidelines

Rotech InformationBenefits

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
Mileage reimbursement (when applicable for the position)
Telephone reimbursement (when applicable for the position)

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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.

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