Per Diem Respiratory Therapist - RT (1 day/week + On call)
Company: Apria Healthcare
Location: Lihue
Posted on: May 13, 2022
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Job Description:
Job Summary (External):
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Apria Healthcare's mission is to improve the quality of life for
our patients at home. We are looking for empathetic, thoughtful and
compassionate people, to meet the needs of our patients. 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
The Respiratory Therapist will provide excellent customer service
and product information, solutions and relevant details to patients
and providers. Most importantly, this position provides above and
beyond communication with our patients so that they feel heard,
understood, valued and more connected with Apria. Key
responsibilities for creating a positive, patient-centric
environment include:
Build customer loyalty and retention.
Support our Field teams, Operations and Sales, by delivering timely
feedback that empowers our teams to deliver exceptional patient
experiences.
Critically problem-solve common complaints by flagging trends and
partnering cross-functionally to recommend and implement
preventative measures.
Proactively create a better patient experience.
Be a champion of the employee experience and drive our unique
company culture.
Support the development and implementation of employee programs
that nurture our company's core values to engage employees and
create a positive culture.
JOB SUMMARY
Assists in the treatment and management of patients with clinical
needs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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.
Responsible for routine patient follow-up contacts based on
individual needs.
May need to perform on-call duties as needed.
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.
Assist with patient scheduling as needed.
Performs other duties as required.
Minimum Required Qualifications (External): Meets company minimum
standard of Background Check
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. May be required to drive personal
vehicle for patient home visits.
Successful completion of Apria's respiratory therapy orientation
and competency evaluation program.
Registration or certification by the National Board for Respiratory
Care (NBRC). Does not include RN or LPN clinicians.
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.
Hold a current CPR Certification.
Hold all applicable licensure in good standing for all states of
practice.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Customer/Patient-Focused: You start with the customer/patient and
work backwards. You invest the time and energy to understand the
customer's/patients' objectives, then tie all your activities
directly to the achievement of those objectives.
Action-Oriented: You thrive as a self-starter who proactively
senses and responds to problems and opportunities and requires
minimal supervision.
Collaborative: You love teamwork. Your colleagues love having you
on the team. You work well across functions and groups.
An Effective Communicator: You write and speak clearly, concisely
and with a spirit of partnership. You actively inform and inspire
with your messaging. You speak plainly and are transparent with
your business colleagues.
Energetic & Passionate: Your passion and energy for health and
well-being is deeply founded in your desire to help others and to
be a positive role model.
Relationship Builder: You excel in getting people involved and
building a network of contacts that allow you to multiply your
influence on the organization.
Computer Skills
Ability to use electronic hand held device
Microsoft Office programs
Basic printing/faxing/scanning
Language Skills
English (reading, writing, verbal)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education and/or Experience
At least one year related experience is preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his/her
hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach
with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The
employee uses computer and telephone equipment. Specific vision
requirements of this job include close vision and distance vision.
Must be able to travel by plane and automobile (if applicable).
Possible lifting of equipment up to 50 lbs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are
representative of those an employee encounters while performing the
essential functions of this job. 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.
The noise level in the work environment is varies based on the
locations or activities proximate to which can range from low to
high.
There is moderate exposure to dust, fume, mists and odors.
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.
May be required to work with cryogenic fluids requiring special
precautions and PPE.
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described
above are representative of those an employee encounters while
performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.
What We Have To Offer/ The Benefits:
Competitive salary
Comprehensive Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, &
Vision
Paid Time Off, including Vacation, Personal Time, Paid Sick Leave &
Paid Holidays
401K Savings Plan (available immediately)
Educational Assistance
Employee Referral Reward Program
Employee Discount Programs
Company Paid Employee Assistance Plan (available immediately)
We recognize our veterans by offering a company paid day off for
Veterans Day
Career Advancement/ Development Opportunities
Apria Healthcare is committed to hiring veterans and military
spouses.
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package offered for eligible
employees:
Competitive salary
Ability to have early access to earned wages
Medical, Dental and Vision
Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts and Healthcare Savings
Accounts
Life, AD&D and Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off, including Vacation, Personal Time, Paid Sick Leave &
Paid Holidays
401K Savings Plan (available immediately)
Educational Assistance
Employee Referral Reward Program
Employee Discount Programs
Company Paid Employee Assistance Plan (available immediately)
We recognize our veterans by offering a company paid day off for
Veterans Day
Career Advancement/ Development Opportunities
Compensation: Compensation is commensurate with experience
Annual compensation is based on a 40 hour week
EEO Statement: As an EOE/AA employer, Apria Healthcare is committed
to providing all applicants and employees with equal access to
employment opportunities, regardless of sex, race, age, color,
national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, genetic
information, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender
identity, marital status, veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Apria
Healthcare shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a)
and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against
qualified individuals on the basis of protected veteran status or
disability, and require affirmative action by covered prime
contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment
qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
AA/EOE, M/F/Disability and Vet
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