Respiratory Therapist

CarepathRx transforms hospital pharmacy from a cost center into an active revenue generator through a powerful combination of technology, market-leading pharmacy services and wrap-around services.

Job Details :

Advent Health Respiratory and Equipment (AHRE) is a leader in providing ventilators, oxygen, sleep apnea treatment, wound care solutions, diabetic solutions and home medical equipment. We help patients lead a more comfortable and productive life by keeping them engaged in their care and empowering them to manage their health and treatment at home. A unique joint venture partnership between Advent Health and CarepathRx, AHRE has the unique opportunity to grow significantly as we expand to serve Advent Health's expanding footprint of facilities and services throughout Florida.

A Respiratory Therapist is a NBRC credentialed professional who provides respiratory care to patients in alternate sites in accordance to AHRE's policies and procedures. Respiratory care will be preventative, rehabilitative and palliative in nature. The Respiratory Therapist will utilize all of the resources available within the agency and community to accomplish care objectives.

Responsibilities

Respiratory Therapy Equipment Aptitude

• Shows adequate knowledge of respiratory equipment and displays ability to utilize knowledge in the clinical setting.
• Demonstrates ability to effectively troubleshoot equipment in the field successfully.
• Aids in equipment evaluation and upgrading.
• Maintains inventory control of CPAP / BiPAP supplies for sleep center.

Professional Growth

Documentation & Charting

Clinical Skills & Knowledge

Requirements

Working Conditions & Functions

The employee must regularly lift and / or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and / or move up to 75 pounds. Must be able to stretch, bend, stoop and crouch and perform moderate to heavy physical labor while moving equipment, materials, and supplies. The employee is occasionally required to climb stairs and maneuver heavy equipment through tight spaces to access a patient's residence. This position requires the physical and mental ability to provide equipment assessments and maintenance. Must be able to lift or transfer patients weighing up to 160 pounds without assistance (or more with assistance) and perform one-man CPR.

This position requires city and rural travel. Drive a personal vehicle, delivery van or truck safely, sometimes through hazardous weather conditions. The employee must be able to identify safety hazards and take the necessary precautions. Work with a minimum of supervision and demonstrate the ability to problem solve.

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

CarepathRx provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status, or other legally protected classification in the state in which a person is seeking employment. Applicants encouraged to confidentially self-identify when applying. Local applicants are encouraged to apply. We maintain a drug-free work environment. Applicants must be eligible to work in this country.