Respiratory Therapist

We are seeking a qualified Ventilator Patient Specialist to join the team. In this position, you will be responsible for managing a set number of ALS and/or Pediatric ventilation patients within a defined territory; will be the primary contact for patient, caregiver and any other entity directly involved with the patient’s ventilation care. In the State of MA this position pays between $45/hr. – $50/hr. depending on related experience plus bonus opportunity.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Available for on-call assignments as needed; responsible for phone consultations during non-business hours
• Maintains continuing education as necessary for performance of job responsibilities and as required for state licensure or certification
• Maintains documentation of all services provided and all work performed per Rotech’s policies and procedures
• Maintains records and workspace in an organized, safe, clean, and neat fashion
• Maintains up-to-date licensure certification or other requirements per state law in the state(s) of practice
• Supports orientation and training of other personnel at the direction of the Manager
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required by state licensure law or by the Manager
• Patient assessment
• Provides patient education as applicable
• Sets up all highly technical respiratory equipment
• Monitors ongoing function of highly technical respiratory equipment
   

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

• High school diploma or GED equivalent, required
• Credentials as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) is preferred but other medical credentials may be acceptable (e.g., RN) 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
• Pediatric and/or ALS Ventilation experience is required
• Preferred Education and/or Experience