Respiratory Therapist: Ventilation Specialist

4 weeks ago

Reno, Nevada, United States AdaptHealth LLC Full time
Job Summary:

The Respiratory Therapist: Ventilation Specialist will provide respiratory patient care to Vent patients for optimal outcomes. This role involves providing respiratory care to patients in alternate sites in accordance with AdaptHealth's policies and procedures. The Respiratory Therapist will utilize all the resources available within the agency and community to accomplish care objectives.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Utilize various sources of information to attain greater competence about the position, including attending educational events and asking questions.
  • Consistently demonstrate ability to adequately complete all documentation and charting procedures in compliance with company policy and procedures.
  • Maintain complete and accurate patient files by updating all documents per company policy and procedures.
  • Review Plan of Treatments and Care Plans to assure they are accurate and up to date.
  • Document procedures including how the patient tolerated a procedure, side effects and other pertinent information.
  • Assist with authorization for Ventilator referrals for patients.
  • Show adequate knowledge of respiratory equipment and display ability to utilize knowledge in the clinical setting.
  • Display knowledge of assessment skills and demonstrate application of clinical skills during set-ups, follow-ups, and in-services.
  • Participate in discharge planning of highly technical cases.
  • Perform clinical assessments as needed and report results and recommendations to the referral and physician.
  • Participate in highly technical discharges and prepare in advance to assure the patient and caregivers have a smooth transition to the home setting.
  • Perform in-services to hospital staff, referrals, other professionals regarding equipment & issues of clinical nature.
  • Follow up with physician and referrals regarding patient status and document accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Retain knowledge of and consistently adhere to procedures for the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), infection control and hazardous materials handling.
  • Work to promote AdaptHealth by new program development, operational backup, personal visits, coordination of educational activities, etc.
  • Assume on-call responsibilities during non-business hours in accordance with company policy.
  • Use clinical expertise in evaluating vent patients records once a ventilator set up has been completed by the branch Respiratory Therapist.
  • Ensure accuracy of prescriptions and plan of care was followed and documented. Also review delivery tickets, home inspection, ventilator check, and patient equipment competencies are complete and documented.
  • Maintain proficient knowledge of ventilator patients including compliance software, new technology, units, and supplies supported by Adapthealth.
  • Ability to demonstrate and instruct on use of vent units and supplies. Ability to make decisions for patients based on compliance data and assessment.
  • Communicate with team, physicians and referral sources and other patient agencies ensuring prompt attention to patient care issues.
  • Maintain working knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid and other third-party payer guidelines related to ventilation.
  • Electronically document patient care activity, intervention provided and all communication regarding the patient. Documentation is accurate, complete and follows company standards.
  • Appropriate steps taken to ensure recommendations and orders sent are acknowledged and followed up in a timely manner.
  • Responsible for accuracy, clarity, and timeliness of verbal and written communications as it relates to role.
  • Responsible for documentation that supports data collection to track and trend outcomes.
  • Assist in establishing clinical documentation when needed for third party reimbursement or justification.
  • Use knowledge in working with referral sources to educate about best practice standards.
  • Work collaboratively and pro-actively with peers and other team members to resolve issues and assure optimum outcomes for patients, referral sources and staff.
  • Act as a resource on practices and processes to provide appropriate guidance.
  • Develop and maintain working knowledge of current HME products and services offered by the company.
  • Maintain patient confidentiality and function within the guidelines of HIPAA.
  • Complete assigned compliance training and other educational programs as required.
  • Maintain compliant with AdaptHealth's Compliance Program.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned during and outside of normal business hours as needed.

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