What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Therapist position at Flexcare Infusion Center OKC LLC?
Title: Respiratory Therapist
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Reports To: Clinic Manager
Position Summary:
Respiratory Therapist to perform PFT’s and other respiratory therapy procedures and diagnostic tests as prescribed by physicians. Upload PFT’s in the EMR, schedule tests, provide information needed for billing and reporting. Other clinic related tasks assigned.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed below satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job Duties
- Evaluate patients with respiratory conditions by reviewing medical history, conducting physical exams, and performing diagnostic tests such as pulmonary function tests (PFTs).
- Perform non-invasive procedures, such as electrocardiograms (EKGs), stress tests, and Holter monitor testing, to assess heart and lung function.
- Analyze diagnostic results and provide detailed reports to physicians for further interpretation.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and perform routine equipment checks.
- Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient
- Monitor patients during procedures and tests, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Coordinate and manage patient scheduling for diagnostic tests, treatments, and follow-up appointments, ensuring optimal workflow and minimal wait times.
Competency Statements:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interact with patients and healthcare teams.
- Proficiency in respiratory and cardiopulmonary diagnostic equipment and software.
- Uphold strict confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA guidelines when handling patient information, ensuring all medical records and discussions remain secure and private.
Supervisory Responsibility
This role has no supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
This job operates in a clinical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Potential Occupational Safety/Health Hazards
- Office hazards
- Ergonomic Injuries
- Poor Lighting and Eye Strain
- Indoor Air Pollution
- Fire Safety
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position with typical working hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours and work shift may change in accordance with business needs.
Required Minimum Job Qualifications, Experience, Education and Training
Education: Graduate of accredited Respiratory Therapy training program.
Experience: 1 years as licensed Respiratory Therapist
Computer Skills: General Computer skills, Microsoft office products, EMR
Preferred Education and Experience:
Education:
Experience: 1 year performing PFT’s
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
Must be able to accomplish any and all duties with little to no assistance.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
