Respiratory Therapist / Nurse
Lincare
- Location
- Onsite (Westerville, Ohio)
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Entry Level
Posted 3 weeks ago
About the role
Lincare is a leading supplier of respiratory-therapy products and services for patients in the home. This role involves setting up and educating patients on home medical equipment such as ventilators and CPAP/BiPAP units to support patient care.
Skills
Respiratory therapy
Patient education
Medical equipment setup
Ventilator operation
CPAP/BiPAP maintenance
Oxygen concentrator operation
Clinical documentation
Pulmonary function assessment
Pulmonary rehabilitation
Microsoft Office
Communication skills
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
Perks
- Mileage reimbursement
Full job details
Lincare is currently seeking a Respiratory Therapist / Nurse to join a growing team. This employee is responsible for the setup of home medical equipment, including ventilators, monitors, CPAP/BiPAP units, and/or other related equipment. The employee will also educate and train patients on the proper usage of prescribed equipment.
- Comprehensive benefits package with flexible options to fit individual needs
- An inclusive, open, and friendly environment focused on associates and their success
- Ample training and development opportunities that foster personal and professional growth
Job Responsibilities
- Set up, operate, and provide education on home medical equipment that includes, but is not limited to CPAP/BiPAP machines, nebulizers, oxygen concentrators, and/or mechanical ventilators
- Inspect, test, and adjust home medical equipment to ensure it is functioning safely and efficiently
- Review prescription and patient information to assess condition and determine suitable treatment administration, compatible with physician orders
- Maintain patient records in a complete and organized manner in compliance with accreditation standards
- Maintain current knowledge of respiratory homecare techniques and relevant respiratory therapy concepts
- Work on-call after hours and weekends as needed
- Frequency is determined by center size and number of employees available to share
Qualifications
Qualifications
- In all states CRTs and RRTs are qualified for this position
- Subject to state law/regulation, RNs, LPNs, LVNs, paramedics, EMTs, and other clinicians may also be qualified for this position
- Must remain certified, registered, or licensed by the applicable state and/or national board governing clinical practice or as otherwise permitted by law
- Must have reliable personal vehicle to visit patients throughout assigned territory
- Mileage reimbursement is provided
- Must maintain a valid driver's license and auto insurance in state of residence, per company policy
- In-depth knowledge of pulmonary function and pulmonary rehabilitation
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Must be computer literate with working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
Physical Demands
- The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds