respiratory technician

AdaptHealth

<div>Description:

Position Summary:
The Respiratory Support Technician provides comprehensive direct and indirect patient care services across home, office, and hospital environments in accordance with all governmental, accrediting, and organizational policies and procedures. This role ensures patients receive appropriate goods and services in the most efficient and satisfactory manner possible while serving as a subject matter expert, conducting new hire training, and mentoring team members.
The lead specialist serves as a subject matter expert, conducts new hire training and mentor to the team.
Essential Functions and Job Responsibilities:
Patient Care &amp; Service Delivery<ul><li>
Collaborate with Respiratory Department Staff, CPAP/BIPAP Program Managers, and Operations Managers to provide equipment instruction, service, and troubleshooting for respiratory patients</li><li>
Set up and fit PAP patients with appropriate equipment and masks</li><li>
Conduct patient follow-up calls and visits to ensure optimal care outcomes</li><li>
Communicate instructions and processes to patients in a professional, informative, and appropriate manner</li><li>
Contact clinical support when urgent patient needs are identified during home visits</li></ul>
Equipment Management &amp; Maintenance<ul><li>
Perform routine preventative maintenance checks and simple repairs per company policy and manufacturer guidelines</li><li>
Troubleshoot equipment failures with patience and professionalism</li><li>
Report equipment hazards and product incidents in accordance with company policies and procedures</li><li>
Maintain working knowledge of current Respiratory Programs and HME products and services</li></ul>
Documentation &amp; Compliance<ul><li>
Complete all required company, insurance, and government paperwork accurately and timely, including:</li><li>
Delivery tickets and safety checklist forms</li><li>
Patient booklet receipts, ABNs, and AMAs</li><li>
Equipment-specific instruction and cleaning forms</li><li>
Develop and maintain basic reimbursement knowledge to ensure proper documentation for billing purposes</li><li>
Maintain patient confidentiality and operate within HIPAA guidelines</li><li>
Complete assigned compliance training and educational programs</li><li>
Maintain compliance with AdaptHealth's Compliance Program</li></ul>
Safety &amp; Quality Assurance<ul><li>
Adhere to procedures for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), infection control, and hazardous materials handling</li><li>
Assist with implementation of quality improvement programs to meet company standards</li><li>
Promote services and products to community referral sources as appropriate</li></ul>
Lead, Respiratory Support Technician - All Level 1 and 2 duties plus:<ul><li>
Serves as subject matter expert and primary resource for team</li><li>
Conducts new hire training and mentors team members</li><li>
Handles escalated calls and complex issues with appropriate follow-up</li><li>
Identifies root causes of service issues and collaborates on process improvements</li><li>
Prepares reports for leadership and other departments</li><li>
Supports departmental standards and Patient Experience initiatives</li><li>
Assists with task coordination and ensures adherence to workflows</li><li>
Collaborate with supervisor on performance metrics and service excellence</li></ul><ul><li>
Assist with implementation of quality improvement programs to meet company policies.</li><li>
Maintain patient confidentiality and function within the guidelines of HIPAA.</li><li>
Completes assigned compliance training and other educational programs as required.</li><li>
Maintains compliant with AdaptHealth&rsquo;s Compliance Program.</li><li>
Perform other related duties as assigned.</li></ul>
Competency, Skills, and Abilities:<ul><li>
Equipment repair or maintenance skills</li><li>
Proficiency with computer systems and database applications</li><li>
Understanding of basic medical terminology</li><li>
Knowledge of insurance verification processes</li><li>
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills</li><li>
Ability to work under time constraints and manage multiple priorities</li><li>
Written and verbal communication skills</li><li>
Professional demeanor in patient and staff interactions</li><li>
Commitment to confidentiality and data security protocols</li></ul>
Requirements:

Education and Experience Requirements:<ul><li>
High school diploma or equivalent required</li><li>
Work-related construction, general manual labor, military and equipment repair, or maintenance skills would be considered related experience</li><li>
Exact job experience is considered any of the above tasks in a Medicare certified HME environment that routinely bills insurance.</li><li>
Knowledge of respiratory therapy or DME services preferred.</li><li>
Valid and unrestricted driver&rsquo;s license from state of residence</li><li>
Specialist Level: (Entry Level):</li></ul>
One (1) year of work-related experience<ul><li>
Senior Level:</li></ul>
One (1) year of work-related experience plus
Two (2) years exact job experience<ul><li>
Lead Level:</li></ul>
One (1) year of work-related experience plus
Four (4) years exact job experience
Physical Demands and Work Environment:<ul><li>
Ability to perform repetitive motions of wrists, hands and/or fingers due to extensive computer use.</li><li>
Work environment may be stressful at times, as overall office activities and work levels fluctuate.</li><li>
Subject to long periods of sitting and exposure to computer screen.</li><li>
May be exposed to hazardous materials, loud noise, extreme heat/cold, direct, or indirect contact with airborne, bloodborne, and/or other potentially infectious pathogen</li><li>
May be exposed to angry or irate customers, patients, or referral sources.</li><li>
Ability to utilize a personal computer and other office equipment.</li><li>
Assist in pulling a patient with a weight of approximately 130 pounds to a sitting position.</li><li>
Must be able to lift 50 pounds as needed.</li><li>
Mental alertness to perform the essential functions of position.</li><li>
May be exposed to angry or irate customers or patients</li><li>
Ability to work outside of normal business hours.</li><li>
Requires travel throughout service area and use of personal vehicles</li><li>
Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and written with internal and external customers with the ability to demonstrate empathy, compassion, courtesy, and respect for privacy.</li><li>
Must be able to access the patient&rsquo;s residence as needed.</li><li>
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and availability for extended hours when required.</li></ul></div>

Respiratory Support Technician

American Advanced Management, Inc

<div><ul><li>This is for a night shift position.</li></ul>
The Respiratory Technician works under the direction of the Respiratory Therapist and management to provide respiratory therapy services to the patient population. The Respiratory Technician must be able to provide bronchial hygiene therapy, ventilator monitoring, pulmonary assessments, emergency services and other such cardiopulmonary procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. A degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited school
2. Current State License by State Board of Respiratory Care Examiner
3. One to two years experience in an acute care setting
4. Must be able to read, write, and speak English, as well as possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
CERTIFICATIONS: CPR Certification, ACLS Certification preferred
EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, MATERIALS, MACHINES USED: Mechanical ventilation both invasive and non-invasive, various oxygen equipment, suction equipment, percussors, electrocardiographic machine, pulse oximetry equipment, arterial blood gas equipment and supplies crash carts, miscellaneous medical equipment and DME, telephone, facsimile machine, copier, printers, computers and other office machines, as appropriate.</div>

Respiratory Therapist PRN

HCA Houston Healthcare

<div><h5 class="jobSectionHeader">Introduction</h5>
Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for the opportunity below:CRT FT DaysHCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood<h5 class="jobSectionHeader">
Benefits</h5>
HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:<ul><li>
Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.</li><li>
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.</li><li>
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing 
</li><li>401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service) 
</li><li>Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock 
</li><li>Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance. 
</li><li>Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more 
</li><li>Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts 
</li><li>Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships 
</li><li>Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships) 
</li><li>Colleague recognition program 
</li><li>Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence) 
</li><li>Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.</li></ul>
Learn more about Employee Benefits
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. 
We are seeking a(an) CRT FT Days for our team to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care. Did you get into our industry for these reasons? We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. We want you to apply!<h5 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Summary and Qualifications</h5> 
Under the general supervision of the Respiratory Therapy Supervisor, the CRT/RRT provides comprehensive respiratory care to include basic respiratory care, intensive respiratory care, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, arterial blood gas, electrocardiograms, and basic pulmonary function testing.
Performs patient care duties consistent with established Departmental and Hospital standards of care. Abides by all rules, directives, policies, and procedures, and performs miscellaneous duties as assigned. Due to the nature of hospital services, it may become necessary to require employees to work extended hours or other variations of the usual shift to ensure adequate care of patients and maintain service to the community. Maybe required to take call.<h6 class="jobSectionHeader">
What qualifications you will need:</h6>
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 
A. Completion of AMA approved program for Respiratory Technician (CRT) or a 2 year AMA approved program for Respiratory Therapist (RRT). 
B. Minimum of one (1) year experience in a respiratory therapy department Preferred 
C. Must be a Certified Eligible Respiratory Technician or Certified Respiratory Technician and obtain Respiratory Care Practitioner Certificate (CRT) or Registry Eligible Respiratory Therapist or Registered Respiratory Therapist and obtain Respiratory Care Practitioner Certificate in accordance with the Texas Department of Health (RRT). 
 D. Current CPR and ACLS certification from the American Heart Association for the healthcare provider upon hire; PALS and NRP from the American Heart Association for the healthcare provider certifications required within 3 months of hire
As a full-service, 420+ bed acute care hospital, HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood has provided the northeast Houston community with high-quality, cost-effective healthcare for over 25 years. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive, quality care, close to home. Our Women&rsquo;s Center offers high-risk OB care, a Level III NICU, and pediatric services. We have an advanced Brain &amp; Spine Center, which includes a DNV Comprehensive Stroke Center and the Sleep Center of Excellence. Our Orthopedic Center offers total joint replacement surgery using advanced technology. Other services include innovative and customized cardiovascular services, including open heart and vascular surgery and state-of-the-art imaging and endoscopy services for more accurate diagnosis and treatment plans. We are also a Certified Level I Stroke Center and an Accredited Chest Pain Center. We are members of HCA Houston Healthcare, the most comprehensive family of hospitals in the region and part of the leading provider of healthcare in the country, HCA Healthcare. Together we are stronger, smarter and more accessible in providing the patient-centered care you need close to home.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World&rsquo;s Most Ethical Companies&reg; by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. 
 
&quot;There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it.&quot;- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. 
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder 
If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our CRT FT Days opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing - apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.</div>

CRT FT Days

Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Systems

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Registered Respiratory Therapist - 6pm-6:30am
Job Description
The Registered Respiratory Therapists perform evaluations and in accordance with physician orders/protocols, administers respiratory care treatments. The RRT provides education to patients with cardiopulmonary disabilities, injuries, and/or diseases.
Responsibilities
Assembles, checks for proper function, identifies malfunctions of equipment, and takes action to correct malfunctions of equipment., Collects and evaluates additional pertinent clinical information by assessing patient&rsquo;s overall cardiopulmonary status., Conducts therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate spontaneous and artificial ventilation., Conducts therapeutic procedures to achieve maintenance of patient airway, including the care of artificial airways and to achieve removal of bronchial pulmonary secretions., Determines the appropriateness of prescribed respiratory care plan, recommends modifications where indicated, and participates in development of respiratory care plan., Evaluates and monitors patient&rsquo;s response to respiratory care., Explains care plan, therapy, and goals to patient, maintaining records of communication., Initiates, conducts, or modifies respiratory care techniques in an emergency setting., Makes necessary modifications in therapeutic procedures and recommends respiratory care plan modifications based on patient response., Performs procedures as listed in general and critical care competency checklist and interprets results., Protects patient from nosocomial infection by adhering to infection control policies and procedures., Provides care within established scope of practice for Respiratory Therapists at SBL., Registered Respiratory Therapists with at least 2 years of critical care experience can perform adult endotracheal intubation in a code blue setting after completion of intubation training and competency., Reviews data in patient record and recommends diagnostic procedures bases on all available patient information., Selects and obtains equipment and assures cleanliness of equipment appropriate to the respiratory care plan., Serves as a resource to others regarding complicated respiratory care cases or procedures. Provides in-service education to department.
Requirements
Associate's Degree (Required), High School (Required)ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (within 90 Days of hire) - Sarah Bush Lincoln, BLS or CPR certification (within 90 days of hire) - Sarah Bush Lincoln, Graduate of AMA approved Respiratory Therapy Program - Sarah Bush Lincoln, Licensed Respiratory Therapist - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification (within 1 year of hire) - Sarah Bush Lincoln, PALS (within 1 year of hire) - Sarah Bush Lincoln, PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification - Sarah Bush Lincoln, Registered Respiratory Therapist - The National Board for Respiratory Care
Compensation
Estimated Compensation Range
$30.56 - $47.37
Pay based on experience</div>

Registered Respiratory Therapist - 6pm-6:30am

Mercy

<div><div><ul><li>Saint Louis, Missouri</li><li>
Respiratory</li><li>
Other Allied Health</li><li>
Regular</li><li>
Full-time</li><li>
Mercy Hospital St Louis</li><li>
JR238847</li></ul><div><div><div><div><div>
</div></div></div></div></div></div><div></div><div><div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">
Find Your Calling At Mercy!</h1>
Overview 
Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care, according to physician's orders. Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy. Acts as an advanced resource person for physicians and nursing on respiratory care. Performs duties as assigned.<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">
Position Details:</h1><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">
Mercy Hospital St. Louis - Respiratory</h1>
Sign-On-Bonus incentive included up to $10,000
615 S New Ballas Rd 
Saint Louis, MO 63141
Shift:
7 pm-7 am
3-12-hour shifts<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">
Eligible For Shift Differentials!</h1> 
Education: Graduate of CoArc-approved Respiratory Care program. 
Licensure: Meets state licensure requirements and has a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license. 
Certifications: Hold the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential awarded by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). For co-workers who work in the Emergency Room, PALS is required. 
Other: Physical demands are attached, plus push, pull, and grip up to 50 lbs. Plus, pinch up to 10 lbs., kneel, crouch, and crawl minimally.
Equipment Used: All appropriate respiratory care devices. 
Preferred Education: Acute Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Preferred Experience: Prefer critical care experience.<h1 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Why Mercy?</h1>
From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us. 
keyword(s): Registered Respiratory Therapist, RRT, RT Respiratory 
 
Registered Respiratory Therapist, RRT, RT Respiratory</div></div></div>

Registered Respiratory Therapist, Full-Time/ Overnight

Parkland Health

<div>Location: Main Hospital Bldg - Basement 
 
Night Shift
 
 
PRIMARY PURPOSE
 
 
Responsible for providing basic respiratory care to patients, as prescribed by physician, and within established standards and practices. 
 
MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS
 
 
Education 
<ul><li>
Must be a graduate and have an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care from an accredited American Medical Association (AMA) program or completed a Committee on Accreditation Respiratory Care (CoARC) approved Respiratory Care Certification Program.</li></ul> 

Experience 
<ul><li>
None</li></ul> 

Certification/Registration/Licensure 
<ul><li>
Must have a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license from the Texas Medical Board.</li><li>
Must be a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or a Certified Respiratory Therapist Technician (CRTT) through the National Board for Respiratory Care, Inc. (NBRC).</li><li>
Must have a current Healthcare Provider CPR course completion card prior to hire and/or placement in job from one of the following: - American Heart Association - American Red Cross - Military Training Network</li></ul> 

Skills or Special Abilities 
<ul><li>
Must be able to demonstrate basic assessment skills for prioritization of care, the application of patient driven protocols, and the delivery of simple therapy.</li><li>
Must be proficient in the use of all equipment required for the delivery of Respiratory Care bedside therapeutic and diagnostic services.</li><li>
Must be able to document activities accurately in the electronic medical record.</li><li>
Must be able to work under stressful situations.</li><li>
Must be able to demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behaviors.</li><li>
Must maintain required departmental competencies.</li></ul> 

Responsibilities 
<ul><li>
Evaluates the need for service delivery by incorporating established protocols, physical assessment, physician interaction, patient history, and clinical judgment into the decision process. Provides type and frequency of service that is consistent with patient status.</li><li>
Maintains and applies knowledge of indications, actions, interactions, and adverse reactions of respiratory active drugs including those which produce a secondary respiratory effect, in order to provide optimal patient care.</li><li>
Performs and documents diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in keeping with departmental standards for quality and service indicators. Matches equipment needs with associated diagnostic/therapeutic intervention. Demonstrates patient centered/patient-valued behaviors.</li><li>
Troubleshoots respiratory equipment to ensure appropriate function. Removes and labels contaminated or malfunctioning equipment for processing as described in departmental objectives.</li><li>
Promptly responds to requests for care. Provides timely reports, on transferred patients, to receiving therapy which includes priority status and pertinent case-related data. Gives and receives shift reports to the assigned therapist to ensure a clear picture of patient baseline status and care needs.</li><li>
Primary areas of responsibility will be limited to non-ICU patients.</li></ul> 

Requisition ID: 988542</div>

Certified Respiratory Therapist

UofL Health

<div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">Primary Location:
</h1>University Hospital - UMC
<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">Address:
</h1>530 South Jackson Street&amp;#xa;Louisville, KY 40202&amp;#xa;
<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">Shift:
</h1>Nights 7P - 7A (United States of America)
<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Description Summary:
</h1>About UofL Health:
 
UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.
 
With more than 12,000 team members&mdash;physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals&mdash;UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.
<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Description:
</h1>Position Summary and Purpose
The Respiratory Therapist, Registered is a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) that possesses working knowledge of respiratory care and has displayed age-specific competence for all age groups serviced by the facility. The RRT conducts themselves in a professional manner and is courteous to patients, physicians, visitors, members of the department and all other healthcare personnel. The RRT supports and contributes to departmental productivity and organizational objectives by functioning as an integrated member of the respiratory care team and performs services consistent with the scope of licensure. The RRT supports and exhibits behaviors consistent with the organization&rsquo;s mission and values.
Essential Functions:
<ul><li>Plans and administers non-medicated aerosol and humidity therapy
</li><li>Plans and administers oxygen therapy (including implementation of oxygen therapy protocol where appropriate)
</li><li>Plans and administers aerosolized medication and specialty gas therapy
</li><li>Performs airway management
</li><li>Plans and administers incentive spirometry
</li><li>Cleans and reprocesses respiratory therapy equipment
</li><li>Plans and administers bronchial hygiene and performs chest physiotherapy (including implementation of bronchial hygiene protocol where appropriate)
</li><li>Performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation and manual ventilation during resuscitation attempts and aides in rapid response calls when appropriate
</li><li>Provides patient, family, staff and physician education.
</li><li>Collects arterial blood samples for blood gas analysis
</li><li>Operates mechanical ventilators and manages ventilator settings and weaning per protocols and provider orders
</li><li>Assists in cardiopulmonary procedures
</li></ul>Other Functions:
<ul><li>Serves as a preceptor to newly hired employees and/or respiratory therapy students
</li><li>Serves in the charge respiratory therapist role
</li><li>Assists in research projects (as directed by departmental and facility leadership
</li><li>Performs electrocardiography studies and places Holter and event monitors as assigned by facility leadership
</li><li>Provides patient, family, hospital staff and physician education as appropriate
</li><li>Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
</li><li>Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
</li><li>Performs other duties as assigned
</li></ul><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">Additional Job Description:
</h1>Job Requirements
 
(Education, Experience, Licensure and Certification)
Education:
<ul><li>Associate degree in Cardiopulmonary Services or Respiratory Care from an accredited respiratory therapy educational program (required)
</li><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree Cardiopulmonary Services or Respiratory Care from an accredited respiratory therapy educational program (preferred)
</li></ul>Experience:
<ul><li>One year of experience in respiratory therapy critical care (preferred)
</li><li>New graduates accepted
</li></ul>Licensure:
<ul><li>Active license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner from the Kentucky Board of Respiratory Care (KBRC) (required)
</li></ul>Certification:
<ul><li>Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) and must be kept current, if applicable (required). Note: New graduates have 6 months to obtain the RRT credential.
</li><li>American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (required)
</li><li>American Heart Association Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) (required)
</li></ul>Note: New graduates have 6 months to obtain ACLS</div>

Respiratory Therapist, UofL Hospital, 7p-7a

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