Respiratory Clinician
Company: Apria Healthcare
Location: Idaho Falls
Posted on: January 24, 2023
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Job Description:
Job Summary (External):ABOUT THE COMPANYApria Healthcare's
mission is to improve the quality of life for our patients at home.
We are looking for empathetic, thoughtful and compassionate people,
to meet the needs of our patients. Already an industry leader in
healthcare services, we provide home respiratory services and
select medical equipment to help our patients sleep better, breathe
better, heal faster, and thrive longer The Respiratory Clinician
provides the treatment and management of patients with clinical
needs.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESProvides 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
equipmentConsults with referring physician regarding patient
treatment, medical condition, home environment, and Plan of
Care.Participates in ongoing education and training sessions
regarding respiratory patient care.Assist with patient scheduling
as needed.Performs other duties as required.SUPERVISORY
RESPONSIBILITIESN/AMinimum Required Qualifications (External):Meets
company minimum standard of Background CheckEducation and/or
ExperienceGraduate of an accredited program for respiratory therapy
is required for Respiratory Care Practitioners.Certificates,
Licenses, Registrations or Professional DesignationsMust possess a
valid and current driver's license and auto insurance per Apria
policy. May be required to drive personal vehicle for patient home
visits.Must hold an active Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)
license, Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
license, or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the state of
practice and all states that the location covers Hold a current CPR
Certification.Hold all applicable licensure in good standing for
all states of practice.SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIESSuccessful
completion of Apria's respiratory therapy orientation and
competency evaluation program.Customer/Patient-Focused: You start
with the customer/patient and work backwards. You invest the time
and energy to understand the customer's/patients' objectives, then
tie all your activities directly to the achievement of those
objectives.Action-Oriented: You thrive as a self-starter who
proactively senses and responds to problems and opportunities and
requires minimal supervision.Collaborative: You love teamwork. Your
colleagues love having you on the team. You work well across
functions and groups.An Effective Communicator: You write and speak
clearly, concisely and with a spirit of partnership. You actively
inform and inspire with your messaging. You speak plainly and are
transparent with your business colleagues.Energetic & Passionate:
Your passion and energy for health and well-being is deeply founded
in your desire to help others and to be a positive role
model.Relationship Builder: You excel in getting people involved
and building a network of contacts that allow you to multiply your
influence on the organization.Computer SkillsBasic skills in
Access, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio, WordLanguage
SkillsEnglish (reading, writing, verbal)PREFERRED
QUALIFICATIONSEducation and/or ExperienceAt least one year related
experience is preferred.SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIESLanguage
SkillsBilingual (reading, writing, verbal)PHYSICAL DEMANDSWhile
performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his/her hands
to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with
hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee
uses computer and telephone equipment. Specific vision requirements
of this job include close vision and distance vision. Must be able
to travel by plane and automobile (if applicable). Possible lifting
of equipment up to 50 lbs.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment
characteristics described here are representative of those an
employee encounters while performing the essential functions of
this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.The employee is required to safely operate a motor
vehicle during the day and night and in a wide range of weather and
traffic conditions.The noise level in the work environment is
varies based on the locations or activities proximate to which can
range from low to high.There is moderate exposure to dust, fume,
mists and odors.Temperature ranges from normal indoor
climate-controlled environment in buildings or vehicles and various
outdoor conditions and temperature extremes encountered throughout
the year in a variety of US states.General lighting is generally
provided via florescent lighting indoors, and natural lighting
outdoors, and low light conditions consistent with outdoor and/or
night working environment.During off site travel events the
employee may be exposed to higher noise levels requiring the use of
hearing protection, with moderate potential exposure to moderate
dust, chemicals, fumes and odors, as well as cryogenic and cleaning
agents.During off site travel events the employee may be required
to ride in company delivery vehicles and accompany employees on
deliveries and enter into patient homes.May be required to receive
vaccinations and participate in medical assessments and testing
consistent with the work environment or patients exposed to.Will be
required to wear various personal protective equipment consistent
with the hazards encountered in this role.Will be required to use
hand tools for assembly and repair, material handling equipment,
cutting, carrying devices, cleanup kits or equipment.May be
required to work with cryogenic fluids requiring special
precautions and PPE.The physical demands and work environment
characteristics described above are representative of those an
employee encounters while performing the essential functions of
this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.Benefits:Comprehensive benefits package offered for
eligible employees:Competitive salaryAbility to have early access
to earned wagesMedical, Dental and VisionHealthcare Flexible
Spending Accounts and Healthcare Savings AccountsLife, AD&D and
Disability InsurancePaid Time Off, including Vacation, Personal
Time, Paid Sick Leave & Paid Holidays401K Savings Plan (available
immediately)Educational AssistanceEmployee Referral Reward
ProgramEmployee Discount ProgramsCompany Paid Employee Assistance
Plan (available immediately)We recognize our veterans by offering a
company paid day off for Veterans DayCareer Advancement/
Development OpportunitiesSalary Range: Commensurate with experience
EEO Statement:As an EOE/AA employer, Apria Healthcare is committed
to providing all applicants and employees with equal access to
employment opportunities, regardless of sex, race, age, color,
national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, genetic
information, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender
identity, marital status, veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Apria
Healthcare shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a)
and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against
qualified individuals on the basis of protected veteran status or
disability, and require affirmative action by covered prime
contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment
qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
AA/EOE, M/F/Disability and Vet
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