Location: Mcalester,OK, USA
About RotechRotech Healthcare Inc. is a national leader in providing ventilators, oxygen, sleep apnea treatment, wound care solutions, diabetic solutions and home medical equipment. We help patients lead a more comfortable and productive life by keeping them engaged in their care and empowering them to manage their health and treatment at home. Rotech provides high quality medical products, services and outstanding customer care through hundreds of locations across 45 states. For additional information, visit our company homepage Rotech.comOverview and ResponsibilitiesJob SummaryWe are seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join our team. In this position, you are responsible for providing clinical patient services and support within the location.Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.)Assumes on-call responsibilities for phone consultations during non-business hours as outlined by Rotech's policyConducts patient assessment per Rotech's policy and procedure and the physician's orderMaintains a complete listing of all current respiratory patientsMaintains documentation of all services provided and all work performedMonitors ongoing function of highly technical respiratory equipmentPatient assessmentsProvides in-home visits to patientsProvides initial and ongoing phone contacts with all respiratory patientsProvides patient education as applicableSets up all highly technical respiratory equipmentSupports orientation and training of other personnel at the direction of the ManagerIn some locations, we need RTs to be on call and drive a company vehiclePerforms other duties as assignedTravelSome travel via automobile required to patient's home and meetingsQualificationsEmployment is contingent onBackground investigation (company-wide)Drug screen ( when applicable for the position )Valid driver's license in state of residence with a clean driving record (when applicable for the position)Required Education and/or ExperienceHigh school diploma or GED equivalent, requiredCredentials as a respiratory therapist, Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) is preferred but other medical credentials may be acceptable (e.g., RN, LPN, LPV) depending upon state licensure lawsMust be licensed in primary state of home office as required by state law and provide a copy of license to the locationMay be required to obtain license in neighboring states as required by service area of locationPreferred Education and/or ExperienceCompletion of an accredited program/degree in respiratory care preferredNursing or other paramedical training may be acceptable depending upon state licensure lawsHome respiratory care experience is preferredDegree in respiratory therapy or related science is preferredOne year of related work experience, preferredSkills and CompetenciesAccurately perform simple mathematical calculationsEffectively communicate in English; both oral and writtenInterpret a variety of communications (verbal, non-verbal, written, listening and visual)Maintain confidentiality, discretion and caution when handling sensitive informationMulti-task along with attention to detailSelf-motivation, organized, time-management and deductive problem solving skillsWork independently and as part of a teamMachines, Equipment and Technical AbilitiesEmail transmission and communicationInternet navigation and researchMicrosoft applications; Outlook, Word and ExcelOffice equipment; fax machine, copier, printer, phone and computer and/or tabletPhysical DemandsLift and carry office equipment at timesRequires close vision to small print on computer and/or tablet and paperworkRequires contact with patients and equipment with potential exposure to contagious pathogensRequires occasional lifting and transporting of patient equipmentRequires sitting, walking, standing, talking and listeningRequired to comply with Rotech Respiratory Protection & N95 Mask Fit Testing Policy Medical Evaluation and Fit Testing Compliance in a timely mannerAnnual RecertificationKeep face clean-shaven to ensure N95 Mask face-seal protection per OSHA guidelinesRotech InformationBenefits401kMedical, Dental and VisionLife Insurance and DisabilityGenerous Paid Time Off and Paid HolidaysEmployee Discount ProgramEmployee Recognition ProgramBonus and Incentive OpportunitiesMileage reimbursement (when applicable for the position)Telephone reimbursement (when applicable for the position)Make the Right Move and Submit your Resume Today! 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