Pulmonary Disease Navigator
$84,302–$107,474 year
On-siteBoston, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Evaluate patients admitted with COPD, respiratory failure, or asthma exacerbations to determine the need for education and follow-up. Assist continuity of care with respiratory orders for discharge and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to provide a plan of care including COPD action plans, smoking cessation support, and medication training. Provide educational materials on disease triggers, self-management skills, and device technique, then perform patient follow-up calls. Maintain statistical data on admissions and readmissions while participating in the continuous quality improvement process. Works under moderate supervision with a Massachusetts Respiratory Care Licensure and RRT certification required.
Required Qualifications
- Associate's degree from an accredited Respiratory Care program
- Massachusetts Respiratory Care Licensure
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Pulmonary Disease Educator Certification OR Obtain within six (6) months of hire
- Three (3) year of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Ability to walk and stand for approximately 90% of the time
- Ability to transport respiratory therapy equipment (up to 100 lbs) using carts or wheels on the equipment to and from patient areas
- Ability to communicate with and assess the patient needs of different age populations
- Medical terminology, physiology of the cardiopulmonary system, and Respiratory Science
- Ability to communicate effectively with all professional staff as well as all patients
- Ability to assess patient status and develop treatment plans
- Ability to perform all required duties under emergency and stressful situations
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Care, Health Sciences, or related degree
- Five (5) years of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist
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