Respiratory Therapist - Dallas, TX (53954)

Description

SUMMARY

Performs respiratory care services as needed in field, at clinics or at any PHM office in an efficient and timely manner as outlined in department policy. Represents PHM with professionalism at all times providing quality timely service to all patients. Remains regulatory compliant at all times. Shares in 24 hour on-call duty as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Represents PHM in a professional caring manner.
• Provides patient equipment setups of CPAP, APAP and Bi-Level, RAD, Ventilator, and other respiratory therapy equipment.
• Instructs patients on equipment use, maintenance, cleaning and safety per company standards.
• Fits patients with “best fit – patient choice” of interface and head gear.
• Works with patients as needed for interface refits or equipment/supply reinstructs.
• Performs schedule & unscheduled follows up with patients per company policy.
• Reinforces insurance coverage requirements & expectations as needed during set-up or follow up.
• Cleans and tests equipment as needed.
• Stays in touch with office during day to keep abreast of any schedule changes or additions.
• Responds promptly to voice mail, text messages or e-mails from office or administration.
• Provides in-services to referral sources as well as patient families as requested.
• Maintains quality service as defined by PHM policy & procedures.
• Remains knowledgeable of and responsible for current company policies and procedures as they relate to the above duties and regulatory compliance.
• Completes paperwork fully and accurately, turning in to PHM CSR per policy.
• Ability to drive safely to patient location.
• Performs any other specific duties/tasks as assigned by division manager.

QualificationsQUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

RRT, CRTT, or other related healthcare credentials or experience. Experience will be evaluated by PHM management to determine fit for position.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision
• Ability to work overtime as needed
• High level of reliability.
• Team player with good organizational skills.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

NBRC Credentials (CRTT or RRT)

• Current and active state Respiratory Care License
• Current Driver’s license for state living in.
• Copy of vehicle insurance card
• Current CPR card.
• AIDS training.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee is required to stand and walk.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of the job, the employee spends some time in outside weather conditions.
• The employee must drive to patient locations safely and timely.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.