Opportunities

Physical Department: Quad County Home Health and Hospice

Job Title:  Respiratory Care Practitioner

Status: Non-exempt; Full-Time

Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Monday-Friday) 

Salary Range: $26.30 -$36.82/hour (Based on Experience)

Benefits

Responsibilites: 

Quad County Home Medical Supplies & Equipment is looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate individual to join our team as a Respiratory Care Practitioner. The candidate will provide respiratory care services in patients’ homes, including delivery, set-up, instruction, and maintenance of respiratory and durable medical equipment. Responsibilities also include patient and caregiver education, follow-up care, and completion of required documentation while ensuring safe, quality patient care.

Requirements:

• Perform respiratory assessments and evaluate patients' respiratory care needs.
• Provide setup, instruction, monitoring, and follow-up for respiratory equipment and supplies.
• Educate patients and caregivers on the proper use, cleaning, maintenance, and safety of respiratory equipment.
• Provide instruction and support related to oxygen therapy, nebulizers, CPAP/BiPAP and other respiratory devices, as applicable to patient needs and company services.
• Assess patients for proper equipment use and identify potential safety or compliance concerns.
• Troubleshoot equipment problems and coordinate repairs, replacements, or additional supplies as necessary.
• Communicate significant changes in patient condition or respiratory needs to the appropriate healthcare provider.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, discharge planners, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to support continuity of care.
• Follow physician orders, applicable clinical protocols, and company policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, delivery records, patient education records, and other required documentation.
• Assist with equipment deliveries, setups, exchanges, and pickups when needed.
• Ensure equipment is appropriately fitted, functioning properly, and used safely in the patient's home.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Participate in quality assurance, infection-control, and patient-safety initiatives.
• Maintain knowledge of respiratory care practices, DME requirements, equipment technology, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Provide professional, courteous, and compassionate service to patients and their families.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required

• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner/Respiratory Therapist credential or license as required by the state.
• Graduate of an accredited respiratory care/respiratory therapy program.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to travel to patients' homes and other healthcare facilities.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while exercising sound clinical judgment.
• Ability to safely lift, move, and handle respiratory equipment and supplies as required.

Preferred

• Experience in home respiratory care, home medical equipment, DME, hospital discharge planning, or home health.
• Experience with oxygen therapy and non-invasive ventilation.
• Familiarity with CPAP/BiPAP, nebulizers, suction equipment, oxygen concentrators, portable oxygen systems, and related respiratory equipment.
• Experience working with Medicare, Medicaid, insurance requirements, and DME documentation.
• Experience providing patient and caregiver education in a home setting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of respiratory anatomy, physiology, and disease processes.
• Ability to assess respiratory status and recognize changes requiring clinical attention.
• Knowledge of respiratory equipment operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Excellent patient education and teaching skills.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, caregivers, healthcare providers, and coworkers.
• Professional demeanor and commitment to patient-centered care.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and manage a field-based schedule effectively.

Physical Requirements

• Standing, walking, bending, reaching, and kneeling during patient visits and equipment setup.
• Lifting and carrying respiratory equipment and supplies.
• Assisting with equipment placement and installation in patients' homes.
• Ability to safely enter and work within a variety of home environments.
• Ability to travel regularly to patient residences and healthcare facilities.

Come join our team at Pana Community Hospital!