Respiratory Therapist

About the role

As a field-based Respiratory Therapist, you will set up respiratory products for patients in the home setting, including therapeutics, diagnostics, high-tech ventilation, oxygen, and other miscellaneous equipment. This hands-on position requires you to serve as a respiratory caregiver, patient advocate, and positive representative of PromptCare, with responsibilities extending to a 24-hour basis in coordination with the department Manager and on-call duties as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provides patients and family members with timely and accurate information and takes appropriate corrective actions regarding services to ensure complete satisfaction.
• Initiates and develops good working relationships with patients, family members, and referral sources.
• Ensures efficient daily planning for the team, including minimizing travel time by planning routes ahead of time.
• Assists with proper scheduling of setups and follow-up visits according to company policies and standards.
• Works closely with RT Clinical Liaisons in coordinating patient discharges.
• Properly triages problems in the field in accordance with company standards and training policies.
• Ensures accurate and timely documentation of patient concerns and takes appropriate corrective actions.
• Maintains strong knowledge of PromptCare’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and ensures consistent application.
• Ensures team compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and SOPs.
• Fosters a culture of delivering “white glove” service to patients and family members.
• Submits expense reports for travel at least once monthly and in a timely manner.
• Performs on-call responsibilities as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory School.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner state licensure in the state of employment and in good standing.
• Willingness to obtain cross-licensure in other states at the company’s expense.
• Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance in good standing.
• At least 1 year of experience as a working Respiratory Therapist (home care setting experience highly desirable).
• RRT certification required.
• Current CPR-BLS certification required.
• Adequate PC skills to use email and update electronic documentation in a timely manner.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This position is highly active and requires:

• Frequent verbal communication and attentive listening.
• Standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, twisting, climbing, and maneuvering in small areas.
• Frequently lifting and/or moving 30 pounds or more.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Package.
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match.
• Generous PTO: Vacation, Sick Time, Personal Days, and Paid Holidays.
• Life Insurance: Standard coverage with optional enhancements.
• Employee Assistance Program: Free counseling and coaching sessions.
• Emotional Well-being and Work-Life Balance Resources.
• Short & Long-Term Disability: Company-paid with optional supplements.
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.
• FSA and HSA: Manage healthcare expenses.
• Commuter Spending Programs.
• Volunteer and Engagement Opportunities.
• Employee Referral Bonuses.
• Exclusive Discounts on entertainment, travel, and various other supplemental and cellphone plans.

Schedule

Non-Exempt, Full-Time, 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday 9:00 am–5:30 pm with on-call responsibilities.