Respiratory Therapist

4 days ago

Clearwater, Florida, United States AdaptHealth LLC Full time
Job Summary

AdaptHealth LLC is seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our team as a Ventilation Specialist. As a key member of our clinical team, you will provide high-quality respiratory care to patients requiring ventilatory support. If you are a motivated and compassionate healthcare professional with a passion for delivering exceptional patient care, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide respiratory care to patients in alternate sites, including home settings, in accordance with AdaptHealth's policies and procedures.
  • Utilize various sources of information to attain greater competence about your 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.
  • Completes 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.
Requirements
  • Associates degree from an AMA approved respiratory program.
  • Valid and unrestricted RT clinical license in all states serviced by the branch.
  • Must be CPR certified.
  • One (1) year of clinical experience as a Health Care RT, HME RT or clinical nursing with Vent experience.
  • Valid and unrestricted driver's license.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds, stand, bend, stoop, and be able to sit at a computer for extended periods of time.
  • Must be able to perform one-man CPR.
  • Ability to perform repetitive movements of the upper extremities' motions of wrists, hands, and/or fingers due to extensive computer use.
  • May be exposed to unsanitary conditions in some home settings.
  • Work environment may be stressful at times, as overall office activities and work levels fluctuate.
  • May be exposed to high crime areas within the service community.
  • Subject to long periods of sitting and exposure to computer screen.
  • May be exposed to hazardous materials, loud noise, extreme heat/cold, direct, or indirect contact with airborne, bloodborne, and/or other potentially infectious pathogen.
  • May be exposed to angry or irate customers or patients.
  • Must be able to drive and travel as needed.
  • Physical and mental ability to provide clinical assessments.
  • Requires travel throughout service area.
  • Mental ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
  • Must be able to access the patient's residence.
  • Ability to work outside of normal business hours.
  • Physical and mental ability to provide clinical assessments.

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