Respiratory Therapist Ventilator Patient Specialist

OVERVIEW:

Rotech Healthcare Inc. is a national leader in providing ventilators, oxygen, sleep apnea treatment, wound care solutions, diabetic solutions and home medical equipment. We help patients lead a more comfortable and productive life by keeping them engaged in their care and empowering them to manage their health and treatment at home. Rotech provides high quality medical products, services and outstanding customer care through hundreds of locations across 45 states. For additional information, visit our company homepage Rotech.com
JOB INFORMATION:
Summary
We are seeking a qualified Ventilator Patient Specialist to join the Rotech team. In this position, you will be responsible for managing a set number of ALS and/or Pediatric ventilation patients within a defined territory; will be the primary contact for patient, caregiver and any other entity directly involved with the patients ventilation care.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Available for on-call assignments as needed; responsible for phone consultations during non-business hours
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 Rotechs 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
Supports orientation and training of other personnel at the direction of the Manager
Performs other duties and responsibilities as required by state licensure law or by the Manager
Patient assessment
Provides patient education as applicable
Sets up all highly technical respiratory equipment
Monitors ongoing function of highly technical respiratory equipment

QUALIFICATIONS:
Employment is contingent on
Background investigation (company-wide)
Drug screen (when applicable for the position)
Valid drivers 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; nursing (RN) may be acceptable depending upon state licensure laws
Credentials as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) is preferred but other medical credentials may be acceptable (e.g., RN) depending upon state licensure laws
Home respiratory care experience is preferred or equivalent hospital experience
May be required to obtain license in neighboring states as required by defined 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
Pediatric and/or ALS Ventilation experience is required
Proficient in the use of equipment download software (Care Orchestrator, Astral, etc.)
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
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
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 Rotechs 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
Machines, Equipment and Technical Abilities
Email transmission and communication
Internet navigation and research
Microsoft applications; Outlook, Word and Excel
Office equipment; fax machine, copier, printer, phone and computer and/or tablet
Physical Demands
Lift and carry office equipment at times
Requires close vision to small print on computer and/or tablet and 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 and listening
Required to comply with Rotech Respiratory Protection & N95 Mask Fit Testing Policy Medical Evaluation and Fit Testing Compliance in a timely manner
Annual Recertification
Keep face clean-shaven to ensure N95 Mask face-seal protection per OSHA guidelines

ROTECH INFORMATION:
Benefits
401k
Medical, Dental and Vision
Life Insurance and Disability
Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Employee Discount Program
Employee Recognition Program
Bonus and Incentive Opportunities
Mileage reimbursement (when applicable for the position)
Telephone reimbursement (when applicable for the position)
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