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YES, Rotech is still hiring to help serve our patients during this time of the COVID-19As your Home Respiratory and DME equipment and services provider, our number one priority is the safety of our patients and our employees. PPE is provided to all of our employees that will have contact with patients.We have implemented the following measures:
We are maintaining social distancing of at least 6 feet in both the workplace and during home delivery/pickup, whenever possible.
We are asking patients to complete a screening questionnaire to determine high-risk situations for our employees.
We have enhanced cleaning procedures for all of our equipment.
We are communicating frequently with our employees regarding the latest guidance from the CDC.
SummaryWe are seeking a qualified Respiratory Therapist to join the Rotech team. In this position you will be responsible for providing clinical patient services and support within the location.Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Available for on-call assignments as needed
Assumes on-call responsibilities for phone consultations during non-business hours as outlined by Rotech’s policy and the Location Manager (e.g., AHCC locations)
Conducts patient assessment per Rotech’s policies and procedures and the physician’s orders
Maintains continuing education as necessary for performance of job responsibilities and as required for state licensure or certification
Maintains documentation of all services provided and all work performed per Rotech’s policies and procedures
Maintains records and workspace in an organized, safe, clean, and neat fashion
Maintains up-to-date licensure certification or other requirements per state law in the state(s) of practice
Provides in-home and location visits with patients per Rotech’s policies and procedures
Provides Sleep Central Clinics (where applicable) for patients per Rotech’s policies and procedures
Supports orientation and training of other personnel at the direction of the Location Manager
Performs other duties and responsibilities as required by state licensure law or by the Location Manager
Patient assessment may include but is not limited to:
a) Verbal assessment (e.g., patient history, symptom review, etc.)
b) Physical assessment (e.g., lung auscultation, blood pressure, etc.)
c) Diagnostics (e.g., oximetry, sleep screenings, etc.)
d) Determines whether Standing Order exists for each patient; and if not, works with sales to obtain
e) Visits are scheduled on time; visits are not overdue; visits patient per procedure
f) Evaluates patient and completes all applicable sections of the patient CVR
Provides patient education as applicable. Education may include but is not limited to:
a) Respiratory equipment use, maintenance and safety
b) Physician’s prescription for equipment use
c) Importance of compliance with physician’s prescription
d) Benefits of therapy
e) Potential consequences of noncompliance
f) Potential adverse reactions/side effects from therapy
Sets up all highly technical respiratory equipment including but not limited to:
a) Invasive ventilator
b) Noninvasive ventilator
c) Infant monitors
d) Other high-tech respiratory equipment as defined by scope of service at the location (e.g., cough assist, negative pressure ventilation, IPPB, etc.)
Monitors ongoing function of highly technical respiratory equipment including but not limited to:
a) Invasive ventilator
b) Noninvasive ventilator
c) Infant monitors
d) Other high-tech respiratory equipment as defined by scope of service at the location (e.g., cough assist, negative pressure ventilation, IPPB, etc.)
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Employment 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)
Education and/or Experience
Completion of an accredited program/degree in respiratory care preferred
Credentials as a respiratory therapist, Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT); RRT/CRT is preferred but other medical credentials may be acceptable (e.g., RN, LPN, LPV) depending upon state licensure laws
Degree in respiratory therapy or related science is preferred
Home respiratory care experience is preferred
Maintain CEUs as required by state law, and if not required by state law, then maintain a minimum of 4 CEUs per year
May be required to obtain license in neighboring states as required by service area of location
Must be licensed in primary state of home office as required by state law and provide a copy of license to the location
Nursing or other paramedical training may be acceptable depending upon state licensure laws
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Deductive problem solving skills
Effectively communicate in English; both oral and written, with physicians, location employees and patients to ensure questions and concerns are processed in a timely manner
Helpful, knowledgeable and polite while maintaining a positive attitude
Interpret a variety of instructions in a variety of communication mediums
Knowledge of Durable Medical Equipment (DME) or Home Medical Equipment (HME)
Maintain confidentiality and practice discretion and caution when handling sensitive information
Make appropriate recommendations for changes to patient care as dictated by patient assessment
Mapping skills including ability to plan time-saving routes
Multi-task along with attention to detail
Read and successfully interpret written directions and/or instructions in English
Review patient charts and discern compliance with Rotech’s policies and procedures
Self-motivation, organized, time-management and deductive problem solving skills
Sense of urgency and responsiveness to physicians, location employees and patients
Work independently and as part of a team
Physical Demands
Available for on-call assignments as needed
Requires close vision to small print on computer and or 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 or listening
Machines, Equipment and Technical Abilities
Email transmission and communication
Internet navigation and research
Microsoft applications including but not limited to Word, Excel, Power-Point, Publisher, Access, etc.
Office equipment; fax machine, copier, printer, phone and computer
Work Environment
Office environment, warehouse, the field
Travel via automobile required to patient’s homes, referral sources and meetings
May be required to use a personal vehicle for business activities with reimbursement
Will Work out of assigned location
Occasionally works alternative schedules to accommodate clinics
Rotech Offers
Career Path and Management Opportunities
Bonus
Employee Discounts, Referral Bonus, Recognition Program and Employee Service Program
Cell Phone reimbursement (when applicable for the position)
Mileage reimbursement (when applicable for the position)
Benefits
401k
Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision plans
Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
Short Term and Long Term Disability
Supplemental Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Make the right move, create your job profile and apply todayThe hiring manager will review your resume and contact you if your qualifications match our needs. We appreciate your interest in Rotech Healthcare Inc.FACEBOOK LINKEDIN TWITTEREqual Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individuals with DisabilitiesRotech 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.Requisition ID: 2020-8873 Street: 3181 CLEVELAND AVE Street 2: SUITE F External Company URL: www.rotech.com
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