Respiratory Therapist
Company: Caremed
Location: Jackson
Posted on: May 8, 2024
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Job Description:
CareMed is looking for highly motivated individuals who want to
be a part of our growing team We are currently seeking a Full-time
Respiratory Therapist The RT will report to the Director of
Respiratory Clinical Services. DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Comply
with all applicable company policies, procedures, and patient
protocols. Comply with all current government regulations and
professional standards respecting patient care.2. Develop/maintain
technical knowledge of the respiratory products/services provided
by CareMed and be able to provide information of same to others
upon request.3. Educate patients in proper use and care of
respiratory equipment, primarily PAP equipment in both the office
and home settings.4. Inform the physicians and appropriate others
of the changes in the patient's condition/status through reports
and email, fax and telephone communications.5. Assist in resolving
patient therapy and equipment problems.6. Perform troubleshooting
and required maintenance checks on PAP related equipment, bag and
tag ad enter into Brightree according to CareMed policy.7. Assume
on-call responsibilities during non-business hours in accordance
with company policy.8. Document/complete timely and accurately all
therapy and patient interactions into Brightree along with
appropriate paperwork according to CareMed policy 9. Assist
compliance team with achieving CareMed patient compliance goals.10.
Maintain PAP pick up rates in accordance with CareMed goals.11.
Deliver patient care in a professional and courteous manner meeting
the customer services standards according to CareMed policy.12.
Provide patient equipment and supplies according to the physicians'
prescription while achieving CareMed goals and standards for same
equipment and supplies13. Assist with implementation of quality
improvement program to meet company and accreditation standards.14.
All other duties as assigned JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum
Qualifications: Associates Degree required Experience in HME or
Home Health industry preferred or equivalent experience in
respiratory therapy. Effective verbal and written communication
skills Must carry personal liability car insurance with a minimum
limit of $100,000. Required Knowledge/Experience: Knowledge of
Respiratory Therapy and related HME equipment. Required Licenses /
Certifications: CRTT, RRT, with state license if required, or
licensed nurse POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Must currently live in, or
plan to move to (at your own expense) a reasonable commute to
Jackson, MS. Courteous Customer Service (internally and externally)
Must love helping People (both internally and externally) High
level of attention to detail Able to manage multiple priorities and
close the loop when interrupted Must be able to pass background
requirements and drug screenings Must have valid driver's license
with proof of clean driving record PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Occasionally
lift/move up to 50 lbs Ability to stoop, bend over, kneel, sit or
stand for extended periods of times as needed to meet customer's
needs While performing the duties of this job, the employee is
regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel
objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms, and talk
and hear. The employee is required to sit and stand. Specific
vision abilities required by this job include distance vision,
color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability
to adjust focus. This position requires the ability to drive an
automobile Must be 21 years of age to comply with company auto
insurance regulations.CareMed offers a competitive wage of
$30-33/hour , plus benefits which include: paid holidays, PTO,
group health insurance, as well as a retirement plan.CareMed is an
Equal Opportunity Employer.Job Type: Full-timeSalary: $30.00 -
$33.00 per hourBenefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance
Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time
off Vision insuranceShift: 8 hour shiftWeekly schedule: Monday to
FridayAbility to commute/relocate: Jackson, MS: Reliably commute or
planning to relocate before starting work (Required)Education:
Associate (Preferred)Experience: Respiratory therapy: 1 year
(Preferred)License/Certification: CRTT, RRT or RN license
(Required)Work Location: In personJob Type: Full-timeBenefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health
savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insuranceShift:
8 hour shiftWeekly schedule: Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate: Jackson, MS: Relocate before starting work
(Required)
Work Location: In personby Jobble
Keywords: Caremed, Hattiesburg , Respiratory Therapist, Healthcare , Jackson, Mississippi
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