Respiratory Therapist Homecare
On-siteTallahassee, Florida, United States
Tallahassee, Florida, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeLicense Or CertificationHealthcare TechEnterprise
Full TimeLicense Or CertificationEnterpriseHealthcare Tech
Job Summary
Assess respiratory status for VITAS patients admitted to the homecare program and evaluate the effectiveness of current respiratory regimens. Provide input into the interdisciplinary plan of care to promote optimal respiratory function and instruct patients and caregivers in appropriate respiratory care procedures. Participate in the care process as directed by the team and complete appropriate documentation in a timely manner. Deliver educational programs for VITAS staff members to enhance quality of life for patients.
Required Qualifications
- minimum two years experience as a Respiratory Therapist
- RRT: Acute care and home care field experience required
- CRTT: minimum two years experience with at least one year acute care and one year home care field experience
- Experience with respiratory-related home care equipment, compressed medical gases, concentrators and liquid oxygen
- Graduate of an approved program to train Respiratory Therapists
- N.B.R.C. (National Board for Respiratory Care) credentialed (CRTT minimum; RRT preferred)
- Current State License for Respiratory Care Practitioner, if applicable
Desired Qualifications
- N.B.R.C. (National Board for Respiratory Care) credentialed (RRT preferred)
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