Therapist for Respiratory Health

3 days ago

St Louis, Missouri, United States Apria Full time
Job Description
The Respiratory Therapist RT will be responsible for assisting in the treatment and management of patients with clinical needs. This includes providing instruction to patients and/or caregivers on the proper use of equipment and/or respiratory care procedures.

The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal and teamwork skills, with the ability to multi-task effectively. They will also require excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing. The Respiratory Therapist RT will work closely with the medical team to ensure that patients receive the highest quality care.

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.

Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance available on first working day.
- 401(k), eligibility after one year of service.
- Employee stock purchase plan.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Ongoing education and training sessions regarding respiratory patient care.

Physical Demands
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 Environment
The noise level in the work environment 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.

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