Respiratory Therapist / Nurse

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

                    • • 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

                                        
                                        
                                        Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled