Position Summary:
Supports the overall business plan and strategic direction of the organization by engaging with healthcare decision-makers to showcase how our respiratory care products and services effectively address patient needs. Through building partnerships and delivering exceptional customer service, the Respiratory Care Practitioner drives revenue growth and ensures the delivery of high-quality respiratory care solutions.
Minimum Qualifications and Skills
Associates or bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field required
Current Respiratory Therapist License in good standing within the state of employment is required
Clean driving record required
Two years of home healthcare/hospice experience preferred
Essential Functions
Models and holds others accountable to the Barnes culture and acts as a coach and mentor for others in the organization.
Consults with referring physician regarding patient treatment, medical condition, home environment, Plan of Care, and and recommends appropriate respiratory care solutions.
Completes new-patient setups, coaches a wide range of patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions on how to use equipment, and provides respiratory disease education.
Educates patients on, patient rights, financial responsibility, and collects payments and signatures where applicable.
Performs regular checks on patients by performing limited physical examinations (vitals, breath sounds, O2 saturation, and lung capacity tests), and checks equipment to ensure proper use and operation.
Follows established safeguards when contacting patients in their homes/locations.
Completes paperwork, charting, and plan of care promptly and accurately and maintains patient confidentiality.
This position participates in the Call rotation as assigned.
Other duties as assigned.
Success Factors
Excellent customer service skills
Strong ability to foster teamwork
Strong decision-making skills
Strong organizational skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong problem-solving skills
Strong collaboration skills
Working Conditions
Driving, standing, walking, and lifting for 8 hours per day
Must be able to regularly lift up to 55 lbs.
The Barnes Difference
For those looking for a workplace that is as compassionate with its staff as it is with its patients – Barnes Healthcare has what you are looking for. Providing unparalleled service since 1909, we do not just offer you a job; we welcome you into a family committed to outstanding care, community spirit, and meaningful impact. Our history exists simply because of the people committed to delivering on our driving purpose - We Take Care of People. ™
A Legacy of Caring - Join forces with a healthcare pioneer! Experience how we have earned the trust of countless families through over a century of unwavering dedication to nurturing health and happiness.
A Culture of Empathy - Dive into an environment where patients' wellness journeys shape our business. Your empathy and insights are valued, heard, and pivotal in crafting holistic care experiences.
Community Engagement - Engage with local endeavors, enrich lives, and witness firsthand the difference you make every day. We provide 40 hours of volunteer time off to allow you to get involved with our communities in a personal way. Our commitment to our communities has led to raising over $800,000 for those we serve since 2009.
Daily Fulfillment – Your experience will be much more than a paycheck. It is the gratification of knowing your work profoundly improves lives, contributing to delivering compassionate care for those we serve.
Exceptional Teamwork – Your purpose is shared with a group of passionate, talented, and supportive colleagues who work together to deliver a transformative impact and legendary customer service. You will find a second family here.
Deep Roots – Become a part of a fourth-generation family business whose success has always been measured by the number of lives we impact and not by the earnings of outside shareholders.
Ready for a career that nourishes your soul as you nurture others? Your opportunity is here, with a family that cherishes your ambitions as much as you do. Step into your role at Barnes Healthcare. Apply now and join with us as we continue our history of doing what we do best – We Take Care of People. ™
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