Respiratory Therapist

A Durable Medical Equipment(DME) Respiratory Therapist is a licensed clinician who delivers, sets up, and manages home-use respiratory equipment like CPAP/BIPAP machines, oxygen concentrators, and ventilators. They bridge the gap between hospital and home, educating patients and monitoring therapy compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Equipment Setup & Delivery: Safely set up, test and troubleshoot medical equipment in patients' homes or clinical offices.
• Patient Education: Train patients and caregivers on proper equipment usage, maintenance, safety protocols, and adverse reactions.
• Clinical Monitoring: Track patient compliance data(like PAP therapy hours), conduct assessments, and adjust the care plan in accordance with physician orders.
• Healthcare Coordination: Act as a liaison between the patient, their doctors, case managers, and insurance providers.

Requirements

• Education & Licensing: An associate or bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy.
• Credentials: Must hold a Certified Respiratory Therapist(CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist(RRT) credential, alongside a valid state license.
• Experience: Previous clinical or home-care experience(typically 1-2 years) is often preferred.

Work Environment

• Typically split their time between an office/clinical base, driving to patients' homes, and conducting telehealth/remote follow-ups.
• Requires a valid driver's license and a clean driving record, as travel to regional patient residences is a frequent requirement.

If you are looking to apply for roles, could you share:

• Your highest level of certification(CRT or RRT)?
• Your years of clinical or home care experience?

Pay: From $29.00 per hour

Work Location: In person