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Respiratory Therapist / Nurse

at CARE MEDICAL SUPPLIES DBA Rotech Healthcare Inc. in ElmhurstElmhurst, Illinois, United States

Job Description

About Rotech

Rotech 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.com
Overview and Responsibilities

Job Summary
We 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. In the State of IL this position pays between $30/hr-$40/hr depending on related experience.
Monday - Friday plus On-Call
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 policy
Conducts patient assessment per Rotech's policy and procedure and the physician's order
Maintains a complete listing of all current respiratory patients
Maintains documentation of all services provided and all work performed
Monitors ongoing function of highly technical respiratory equipment
Patient assessments
Provides in-home visits to patients
Provides initial and ongoing phone contacts with all respiratory patients
Provides patient education as applicable
Sets up all highly technical respiratory equipment
Supports orientation and training of other personnel at the direction of the Manager
In some locations, we need RTs to be on call and drive a company vehicle
Performs other duties as assigned
Travel
Some travel via automobile required to patient's home and meetings
Qualifications

Employment is contingent on
Background 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 Experience
High school diploma or GED equivalent, required
Credentials 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 laws
Must be licensed in primary state of home office as required by state law and provide a copy of license to the location
May be required to obtain license in neighboring states as required by service area of location
Preferred Education and/or Experience
Completion of an accredited program/degree in respiratory care preferred
Nursing or other paramedical training may be acceptable depending upon state licensure laws
Home respiratory care experience is preferred
Degree in respiratory therapy or related science is preferred
One year of related work experience, preferred
Skills and Competencies
Accurately perform simple mathematical calculations
Effectively communicate in English; both oral and written
Interpret a variety of communications (verbal, non-verbal, written, listening and visual)
Maintain confidentiality, discretion and caution when handling sensitive information
Multi-task along with attention to detail
Self-motivation, organized, time-management and deductive problem solving skills
Work independently and as part of a team
Machines, Equipment and Technical Abilities
Email transmission and communication
Internet navigation and research
Microsoft applications; Outlook, Word and Excel
Office equipment; fax machine, copier, printer, phone and computer and/or tablet
Physical Demands
Lift and carry office equipment at times
Requires close vision to small print on computer and/or tablet and paperwork
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Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

Rotech Healthcare Inc. recruits, employs, trains, promotes, transfers, separates from employment and compensates employees without regard to membership in, association with, or perception of race, color, age, gender, gender identity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in each locality where Rotech has employees.

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Job Posting: 12023224

Posted On: Jul 03, 2024

Updated On: Jul 20, 2024

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