Respiratory Therapist (non vent)
Location: Evans
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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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 Therapist This 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. 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 management Able 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 communication Excellent customer service
skills Ability to prioritize and manage competing priorities and
tasks. Computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office
applications Requirements: 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 license AdaptHealth 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.
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