Respiratory Therapist

RESPIRATORY THERAPIST JOB IN DAVENPORT, IOWA

I am seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join the team of a well-established, dynamic, collaborative organization.

ONLY RESPOND TO THIS POST IF :

YOU are tired of the demands of working in large clinical settings.

YOU are seeking better work-life balance in a stress-free environment.

YOU would like to be appreciated for the great work that you do.

YOU are seeking stability, progression, and appreciation for the great work that you do.

YOU are an excellent communicator and educator that truly cares about people.

YOU are an action-oriented, passionate, self-starter that’s always looking to be the best you can be.

YOU start with the customer / patient and work backwards from there.

YOU will provide customer service, product information, and any relevant details to patients and providers. YOU will go above and beyond to communicate with patients so that they feel heard, understood, valued, and well connected to what we do.

Serving and creating a better patient experience is central to this role.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Provides instruction to patients and / or caregivers on the proper use of equipment and / or respiratory care procedures.
• Ensures patients and / or caregivers can effectively operate and maintain equipment. Performs clinical assessments and tests such as pulse oximetry, ETCO2, spirometry, and vital signs.
• Responsible for routine patient follow-up contacts based on individual needs.
• May need to perform on-call duties as needed.
• Provides and operates various types of respiratory care equipment including but not limited to oxygen therapy, nebulization therapy, apnea monitoring, suctioning, PAP, invasive and non-invasive ventilation.
• Inspects and tests equipment to ensure proper operating condition.
• Prepares and maintains a record for each patient containing all pertinent information, care plans, physician prescriptions and follow-up documentation.
• Responsible for accurate data entry on monitoring websites for certain respiratory equipment
• Consults with referring physician regarding patient treatment, medical condition, home environment, and Plan of Care.
• Assist with patient scheduling as needed.

EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE

• Graduate of an accredited program for respiratory therapy is required.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations
• Must possess a valid and current driver’s license and auto insurance per policy. May be required to drive personal vehicle for patient home visits.
• Registration or certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Does not include RN or LPN clinicians.
• Hold a current RCP license in the state of practice (or states that the location covers) if that state requires an RCP license to allow the practice of respiratory therapy.
• Hold a current CPR Certification.
• Hold all applicable licensure in good standing for all states of practice.
• At least one-year of related experience

Again, YOU will also enjoy EXCELLENT STABILITY AND THE OPPORTUNITY TO ADVANCE QUICKLY.

If you feel that this embodies who you are, then I want to hear from YOU now!