RESPIRATORY THERAPY- CRT- NIGHTS

At Accendra Health, we understand that healthcare is complex, and we’re here to make it easier. We help deliver care beyond traditional settings, making essential products and services more accessible through every stage of life. As part of the care team, our teammates play a critical role in delivering personalized, long-term care for the patients we serve.

With deep expertise promoting health outside the hospital and a presence in communities nationwide through our Apria and Byram Healthcare brands, Accendra Health does more than just deliver the essentials.

Hourly).Apria Healthcare’s mission is to improve the quality of life for our patients at home. Already an industry leader in healthcare services, we provide home respiratory services and select medical equipment to help our patients sleep better, breathe better, heal faster, and thrive longer.

Provides instruction to patients and/or caregivers on the proper use of equipment and/or respiratory care procedures.

Ensures patients and/or caregivers can effectively operate and maintain equipment. Performs clinical assessments and tests such as pulse oximetry, ETCO2, spirometry, and vital signs.

Provides and operates various types of respiratory care equipment including but not limited to oxygen therapy, nebulization therapy, apnea monitoring, suctioning, PAP, invasive and non-invasive ventilation.

Inspects and tests equipment to ensure proper operating condition.

Prepares and maintains 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

Consults with referring physician regarding patient treatment, medical condition, home environment, and Plan of Care.

Participates in ongoing education and training sessions regarding respiratory patient care.

Education and/or Experience

~ Graduate of an accredited program for respiratory therapy is required.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations

Must possess a valid and current driver’s license and auto insurance per Apria policy. 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.

Ability to communicate effectively in person, on the phone and electronically

Successful completion of Apria's respiratory therapy orientation and competency evaluation program.

Computer Skills

Microsoft Office programs

Basic printing/faxing/scanning

Language Skills

~ English (reading, writing, verbal)

Computer Skills

Language Skills

~ Bilingual (reading, writing, verbal)

The employee uses computer and telephone equipment. Must be able to travel by plane and automobile (if applicable). Possible lifting of equipment up to 50 lbs.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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.

Temperature ranges from normal indoor climate-controlled environment in buildings or vehicles and various outdoor conditions and temperature extremes encountered throughout the year in a variety of US states.

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

During off site travel events 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.

During off site travel events 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 consistent with the work environment or patients exposed to.

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.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

As an Accendra Health employee, you have choices to fit your life. We’ve got you and your family covered with benefits that support your health, finances, and overall wellness.

Medical, dental, and vision care coverage

• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic life insurance
• Short-and long-term disability coverage
• Domestic partner benefits
• Mental, physical, and financial well-being programs

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