Respiratory Therapist - RT
Company: Apria Healthcare LLC
Location: Oceanside
Posted on: January 12, 2021
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Job Description:
ABOUT THE COMPANYApria Healthcare's mission is to improve the
quality of life for our patients at home. We are looking for
empathetic, thoughtful and compassionate people, to meet the needs
of our patients. Already an industry leader in healthcare services,
we provide home respiratory services and select medical equipment
to help our patients sleep better, breathe better, heal faster, and
thrive longerThe Respiratory Therapist will provide excellent
customer service and product information, solutions and relevant
details to patients and providers. Most importantly, this position
provides above and beyond communication with our patients so that
they feel heard, understood, valued and more connected with Apria.
Key responsibilities for creating a positive, patient-centric
environment include: * Evangelize our customers and turn our
disgruntled patients into our biggest fans.* Support our Field
teams, Operations and Sales, by delivering timely feedback that
empowers our teams to deliver exceptional patient experiences.*
Critically problem-solve common complaints by flagging trends and
partnering cross-functionally to recommend and implement
preventative measures.* Proactively create a better patient
experience.* Be a champion of the employee experience and drive our
unique company culture.* Support the development and implementation
of employee programs that nurture our company's core values to
engage employees and create a positive culture.JOB SUMMARYAssists
in the treatment and management of patients with clinical
needs.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES* Provides instruction
to patients and/or caregivers on the proper use of equipment and/or
respiratory care procedures.* Ensures patients and/or caregivers
can effectively operate and maintain equipment. Performs clinical
assessments and tests such as pulse oximetry, ETCO2, spirometry,
and vital signs.* Responsible for routine patient follow-up
contacts based on individual needs.* May need to perform on-call
duties as needed.* Provides and operates various types of
respiratory care equipment including but not limited to oxygen
therapy, nebulization therapy, apnea monitoring, suctioning, PAP,
invasive and non-invasive ventilation.* Inspects and tests
equipment to ensure proper operating condition.* Prepares and
maintains a record for each patient containing all pertinent
information, care plans, physician prescriptions and follow-up
documentation.* Responsible for accurate data entry on monitoring
websites for certain respiratory equipment* Consults with referring
physician regarding patient treatment, medical condition, home
environment, and Plan of Care.* Participates in ongoing education
and training sessions regarding respiratory patient care.* Assist
with patient scheduling as needed.* Performs other duties as
required.* Meets company minimum standard of Background
CheckEducation and/or Experience* Graduate of an accredited program
for respiratory therapy is required* Certificates, Licenses,
Registrations or Professional Designations* Must possess a valid
and current driver's license and auto insurance per Apria policy.
May be required to drive personal vehicle for patient home visits.*
Successful completion of Apria's respiratory therapy orientation
and competency evaluation program.* Registration or certification
by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Does not include
RN or LPN clinicians.* Hold a current RCP license in the state of
practice (or states that the location covers) if that state
requires an RCP license to allow the practice of respiratory
therapy.* Hold a current CPR Certification.* Hold all applicable
licensure in good standing for all states of practice.SKILLS,
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES* Customer/Patient-Focused: You start with
the customer/patient and work backwards. You invest the time and
energy to understand the customer's/patients' objectives, then tie
all your activities directly to the achievement of those
objectives.* Action-Oriented: You thrive as a self-starter who
proactively senses and responds to problems and opportunities and
requires minimal supervision.* Collaborative: You love teamwork.
Your colleagues love having you on the team. You work well across
functions and groups.* An Effective Communicator: You write and
speak clearly, concisely and with a spirit of partnership. You
actively inform and inspire with your messaging. You speak plainly
and are transparent with your business colleagues.* Energetic &
Passionate: Your passion and energy for health and well-being is
deeply founded in your desire to help others and to be a positive
role model.* Relationship Builder: You excel in getting people
involved and building a network of contacts that allow you to
multiply your influence on the organization.Computer Skills*
Ability to use electronic hand held device* Microsoft Office
programs* Basic printing/faxing/scanningLanguage Skills* English
(reading, writing, verbal)PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSEducation and/or
Experience* At least one year related experience is
preferred.SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIESLanguage Skills* Bilingual
(reading, writing, verbal)PHYSICAL DEMANDSWhile performing the
duties of this job, the employee uses his/her hands to finger,
handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and
arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee uses
computer and telephone equipment. Specific vision requirements of
this job include close vision and distance vision. Must be able to
travel by plane and automobile (if applicable). Possible lifting of
equipment up to 50 lbs.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment
characteristics described here are representative of those an
employee encounters while performing the essential functions of
this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.*
The employee is required to safely operate a motor vehicle during
the day and night and in a wide range of weather and traffic
conditions.* The noise level in the work environment is varies
based on the locations or activities proximate to which can range
from low to high.* There is moderate exposure to dust, fume, mists
and odors.* Temperature ranges from normal indoor
climate-controlled environment in buildings or vehicles and various
outdoor conditions and temperature extremes encountered throughout
the year in a variety of US states.* General lighting is generally
provided via florescent lighting indoors, and natural lighting
outdoors, and low light conditions consistent with outdoor and/or
night working environment.* During off site travel events the
employee may be exposed to higher noise levels requiring the use of
hearing protection, with moderate potential exposure to moderate
dust, chemicals, fumes and odors, as well as cryogenic and cleaning
agents.* During off site travel events the employee may be required
to ride in company delivery vehicles and accompany employees on
deliveries and enter into patient homes.* May be required to
receive vaccinations and participate in medical assessments and
testing consistent with the work environment or patients exposed
to.* Will be required to wear various personal protective equipment
consistent with the hazards encountered in this role.* Will be
required to use hand tools for assembly and repair, material
handling equipment, cutting, carrying devices, cleanup kits or
equipment.* May be required to work with cryogenic fluids requiring
special precautions and PPE.The physical demands and work
environment characteristics described above are representative of
those an employee encounters while performing the essential
functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.What We Have To Offer/ The Benefits:* Competitive salary*
Comprehensive Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, & Vision*
Paid Time Off, including Vacation, Personal Time, Paid Sick Leave &
Paid Holidays* 401K Savings Plan (available immediately)*
Educational Assistance * Employee Referral Reward Program* Employee
Discount Programs* Company Paid Employee Assistance Plan (available
immediately)* We recognize our veterans by offering a company paid
day off for Veterans Day* Career Advancement/ Development
OpportunitiesApria Healthcare is committed to hiring veterans and
military spouses.To view the formal job description please click
hereAs an EOE/AA employer, Apria Healthcare is committed to
providing all applicants and employees with equal access to
employment opportunities, regardless of sex, race, age, color,
national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, genetic
information, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender
identity, marital status, veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Apria
Healthcare shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a)
and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against
qualified individuals on the basis of protected veteran status or
disability, and require affirmative action by covered prime
contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment
qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
AA/EOE, M/F/Disability and Vet
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