Respiratory Therapist (PRN)

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Join a Leader in Home Healthcare

At Rotech Healthcare Inc ., we’re more than a medical equipment provider—we’re a trusted partner in patient care. As a national leader in ventilators, oxygen therapy, sleep apnea treatment, wound care, diabetic solutions, and other home medical equipment, we empower patients to manage their health from the comfort of home.

With hundreds of locations across 45 states, our team delivers high-quality products, exceptional service, and compassionate support that helps patients live more comfortably, independently, and actively. Whether you're a clinician, technician, or healthcare administrator, your work at Rotech directly improves lives.

Explore more about our mission and services at Rotech.com.

Responsibilities

Summary

We are seeking qualified Respiratory Therapists (RRT / CRT / RN) to join our team to educate, train and monitor patients using ventilators, PAP therapy, home oxygen and other respiratory equipment. You’ll use your clinical skills by assessing patient needs and communicating your findings to the physician. Our model of care ensures patients receive quality care specific to their individual needs and medical condition.

PRN positions (Per Diem/ Paid Per Set-Up): As a Rotech employee you would be able to create your own schedule by accepting the number of set-ups you would like to complete each week. You are paid per set-up which ranges from $5.00 - $100.00 per service.

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.)

• Maintains a complete listing of all current respiratory patients
• Provides initial and ongoing phone contacts with all respiratory patients per Rotech policy and procedure
• Provides in-home visits to patients per Rotech’s policy and procedure
• Conducts patient assessment per Rotech’s policy and procedure and the physician’s order Patient assessment may include but is not limited to:
  • Verbal assessment (e.g., patient history, symptom review, etc.)
  • Physical assessment (e.g., lung auscultation, blood pressure, etc.)
  • Diagnostics (e.g., spirometry, oximetry, sleep studies)
• Provides patient education as applicable. Education may include but is not limited to:
  • Respiratory equipment use and maintenance
  • Physician’s prescription for equipment
  • Importance of compliance with physician’s prescription
  • Benefits of therapy
  • Potential consequences of noncompliance
  • Potential adverse reactions/side effects from therapy
• Sets up all highly technical respiratory equipment including but not limited to:
  • Invasive Ventilator
  • Noninvasive Ventilator
  • Infant Monitors
  • Other high-tech respiratory equipment as defined by scope of service at the branch (e.g., cough assist, negative pressure ventilation, IPPB, etc.)
• Monitors ongoing function of highly technical respiratory equipment including but not limited to:
  • Invasive Ventilator
  • Noninvasive Ventilator
  • Infant Monitors
  • Other high-tech respiratory equipment as defined by scope of service at the branch (e.g., cough assist, negative pressure ventilation, IPPB, etc.)
• Maintains documentation of all services provided and all work performed per Rotech’s policies and procedures
• Assumes on-call responsibilities for phone consultations during non-business hours as outlined by Rotech’s policy
• Adjusting ventilator settings according to patient assessment and in alignment with Rotech policy and procedures
• Supports orientation and training of other personnel at the direction of the Area Manager
• Performs other duties as required by state licensure law
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as defined by the Area Manager

Qualifications

Employment is contingent on

• Background check (company-wide). Results will not be used automatically to disqualify individuals. Instead, the Company will conduct an individualized assessment that considers the duties of the position, the nature and timing of the offense, and any evidence of rehabilitation, in accordance with applicable laws.
• Drug screen ( when applicable for the position )
• Compliance with healthcare facility credentialing process ( 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 Experience

• High school diploma or GED equivalent, required
• Active licensure in your primary state of residence as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT) or other acceptable medical credential (e.g., RC, RN, LPN, LPV) based on state licensure laws
• Willingness to obtain licensure in neighboring states if required by service area

Preferred Education and/or Experience

• Completion of an accredited program in respiratory care, nursing, or a related paramedical field
• Experience in home respiratory care or home healthcare
• Degree in respiratory therapy or a related science
• At least one year of relevant clinical experience
• Familiarity with medical terminology

Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task effectively
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Ability to interpret and respond to various forms of communication (verbal, written, visual)
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Demonstrated problem-solving, time management, and organizational skills
• Capable of working independently and collaboratively within a team

Technical Proficiency

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Comfortable with email communication, internet research, and using office equipment (fax, copier, printer, phone, computer/tablet)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and transport patient equipment (minimum 65 lbs)
• Regular contact with patients and equipment may involve exposure to contagious pathogens
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, talk, and listen for extended periods
• Requires close vision for reading small print on screens and paperwork
• Must comply with Rotech’s Respiratory Protection & N95 Mask Fit Testing Policy, including:
  • Medical evaluation and fit testing
  • Annual recertification
  • Maintaining a clean-shaven face for proper mask seal per OSHA guidelines