Respiratory Therapist

4 weeks ago

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

As a Respiratory Therapist at Owens & Minor, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality patient care by managing the provision of prescribed respiratory therapy modalities to patients at home who have difficulty breathing.

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).
  • Ensure patients and/or caregivers can effectively operate and maintain equipment.
  • 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.
Requirements
  • Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
  • Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations: Must possess an active, valid Driver's License and auto insurance per Apria policy at all times. Will be required to drive personal vehicle for patient home visits.
  • 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.

Lighting is generally provided via florescent lighting indoors, natural lighting outdoors, and low light conditions consistent with outdoor and/or night working environment.

During off-site travel, the employee may be exposed to higher noise levels requiring the use of hearing protection, with moderate potential exposure to moderate dust, chemicals, fumes, and odors, as well as cryogenic and cleaning agents.

The employee may be required to ride in company delivery vehicles and accompany employees on deliveries and enter into patient homes.

May be required to receive vaccinations and participate in medical assessments and testing.

Will be required to wear various personal protective equipment consistent with the hazards encountered in this role.

Will be required to use hand tools for assembly and repair, material handling equipment, cutting, carrying devices, cleanup kits, or equipment.

May be required to work with cryogenic fluids requiring special precautions and PPE.

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