Respiratory Therapist, Part-time

4 weeks ago

San Francisco, California, United States Apria Full time
Job Summary

Our Respiratory Therapists play a vital role in the lives of patients by providing prescribed respiratory therapy modalities to those who struggle with breathing. Working closely with patients' physicians, our Respiratory Therapists educate patients and caregivers on self-administration of respiratory therapy equipment, ensuring proper use and maintenance. Additionally, they assist with complex equipment follow-up monitoring and clinical assessments to guarantee therapy goals are met.

Key Responsibilities
  • Set up and operate various types of respiratory care equipment, including oxygen therapy, nebulization therapy, apnea monitoring, suctioning, PAP, invasive and non-invasive ventilation.
  • Inspect and test equipment to ensure proper operating condition.
  • Provide instructions to patients and/or caregivers on the proper use of equipment and/or respiratory care procedures via in-person or electronic means (Telehealth).
  • Perform clinical assessments and tests such as pulse oximetry, ETCO2, spirometry, and gathering vital signs.
  • Prepare and maintain 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.
  • Consult with referring physician regarding patient treatment, medical condition, home environment, compliance with treatment, and Plan of Care.
  • Responsible for routine patient follow-up, which may occur in person and/or via Telehealth.
  • Adhere to mandatory reporting requirements; physical abuse of any family member, unsafe home environment for care ordered, unsanitary conditions or animals causing such, or insufficient food for children.
  • Respond to critical situations as appropriate, during regular business hours and on an on-call basis.
Requirements
  • Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
  • Registration or certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
  • 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.
Preferred Qualifications
  • At least one year related experience.
Work Environment

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 can range from low to high but varies based on the locations or activities proximate. 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 that could be encountered throughout the year in a variety of US states.

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