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Respiratory Therapist / Nurse

Lincare, Inc. • Erie, PA • 4h ago

This employee performs equipment setups in a timely and professional manner.

Generally responsible for the setup of highlytechnical equipment such as ventilators, monitors, and CPAP units

Also responsible for providing technicalassistance with equipment

Incumbent may perform setup of all @types of oxygen equipment as well

JOB FUNCTIONS

Provides patient education as an intricate part of the patient care activity according to the patient need andLincare policy, frequently in patients' homes

Requires use of a personal vehicle with a valid driver's license

Performs complete and professional patient assessments in accordance with Lincare policies and procedures

Maintains current knowledge of respiratory homecare techniques and relevant respiratory therapy concepts

Follows applicable policies and procedures of the Safety & Regulatory Manual regarding General Safety, OSHA(includes the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment), DOT (driving safety), FDA, and Emergency Planning

Represents Lincare through professional personal appearance, patient care activities, and content of writtenreports

Facilitates prescription collection

Maintains patient records in complete and organized manner in compliance with accreditation standards

Works on-call evenings and weekends on an as scheduled basis

Frequency is determined by the center size andthe number of employees available to share in the responsibility

Must respond in a timely manner

Work Experience

Level 1 - Familiar with equipment and services provided in the home healthcaresetting, or other patient care, Required

Level 2 - Minimum of two years in home healthcare, Required

Level 3 - Minimum of three years in home healthcare

May be involvedin training of other Healthcare Specialists, Required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

excellent human relations to interface with doctors, other referral sources, andpatients

computer literate

clinician authorized within scope of practice (as established by applicable state lawor if none, by the applicable national board) to provide all patient care services offered by Lincarefrom time to time

Subject to state law/regulation, RNs, LPNs, LVNs, paramedics, EMTs, and other clinicians may alsobe qualified for this position

If applicable, based on the requirements of state, in addition to avalid state license, current National Board of Respiratory Care Credentials may also be required forCRTs and RRTs.

Subject to State requirements and management approval, on an exception basis,a person may be hired that does not meet all the above certifications and training, but practices respiratory therapy as authorized by applicable state law

Licenses and Certifications

Must have completed all training/educationrequired to obtain requisite certification,registration, and/or license described below,Required

Must remain certified, registered, orlicensed by the applicable state and/ornational board governing clinicalpractice or as otherwise permitted by law

In all states, CRTs and RRTs are qualifiedfor this position,Required

Lincare offers employees a variety of competitive benefits that include ongoing training and advancement opportunities. Employees can also qualify for comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as paid time off, retirement savings, tuition reimbursement, and other benefits. There are also a generous employee referral program and a wide array of employee discounts to take advantage of.

Lincare is an equal opportunity employer, access and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. AA/EOE, M/F/Disabled/Veterans

Qualified candidates may apply by clicking "Apply Now". Next, submit your resume. You may complete a cover letter on the following screen. You must contact the employer via one of the methods listed on the screen after clicking "Apply for this job". Please be sure to identify PA CareerLink as your referral source.

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