Home Medical Equipment Technician, Atrium Health Respiratory Charlotte, FT Days

About the role

This position is responsible for providing respiratory and sleep support activities, including setup, delivery, and maintenance of respiratory equipment. The role also involves educating patients and caregivers on the safe and proper use of this equipment and supplies.

Responsibilities

• Provides education for patients and caregivers on safe and proper use of respiratory/sleep equipment and supplies.
• Accurately documents and coordinates orders in compliance with policy and procedures, Board of Pharmacy, Joint Commission and DMEPOS standards.
• Maintains knowledge and expertise of all HME equipment provided by Healthy@Home.
• Trains and orientates respiratory care and sleep technologists regarding departmental policies, procedures and standards of practice.
• Collaborates with intake specialists, schedulers, clinical specialists and HME managers to provide services for internal and external customers.
• Performs medical records research, gathers and reviews patient orders and documents from multiple EMR platforms.

Requirements

• Certified by the applicable state and National Board of Respiratory Care or be current applicable state State licensed as a Respiratory Therapist or RN with competencies in respiratory services (as defined by Home Infusion and Equipment).
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Experience with HME preferred.
• Current drivers license required.
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) from AHA required.

Qualifications

• Must be accredited with the NBRC and have the Registered Respiratory Therapist credential.
• Must be able to travel outside of the Charlotte area if needed.
• Must be able to lift 20-50 pounds and move patients of all age groups.
• Must be able to drive to patients' homes.

Skills

• Strong communication and teaching skills.
• Knowledge of respiratory and sleep equipment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in medical record systems and software.

Benefits

The position offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards including competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, career development programs, and more. Eligibility for these benefits depends on employment status and may vary.

Pay

$30.70 - $46.05 per hour based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Employee will provide coverage from Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm OR 4 10-hour day schedule from 8am-6pm. On call is a requirement on a rotational basis. Must be able to travel outside of the Charlotte area if needed.