What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Therapist position at PROMPTCARE COMPANIES INC?
Description
As a Respiratory Therapist you will be responsible for the set-up of related products for patients in the home setting, including therapeutics, diagnostics, high tech ventilation, oxygen, and other miscellaneous respiratory equipment. This is a field-based, hands-on respiratory therapist/leadership position that requires a candidate with the drive and skill to be a respiratory caregiver, patient advocate, and positive representative of PromptCare. This responsibility extends to a 24-hour basis in coordination with the department Manager. It also extends on a 24-hour / 7-day basis in accordance with the nature of care which PromptCare provides.
Job Type: Non-Exempt, Full/Time, 40 hours per week, Mon-Fri 9:00am-5:30pm with on-call responsibilities.
Location: Lenexa, KS and surrounding areas up to 50-mile radius.
Requirements
- Must be a graduate of an accredited Respiratory School
- Must have current Respiratory Care Practitioner state licensure in the state inquiring employment and in good standing
- Must be willing to get cross-licensed in other states at the company’s expense
- Must have a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance in good standing
- At least 1 year experience as a working Respiratory Therapist is required
- Experience in the home care setting is highly desirable
- RRT certification required
- Current CPR- BLS certification required
- Must have adequate PC skills to use e-mail and update notes and other documentation electronically in a timely manner
Job Responsibilities, included but not limited to:
- Provides patients and family members with timely and accurate information and takes appropriate corrective actions regarding our services to ensure complete satisfaction
- Ability to initiate and develop good working relationships with patients, family members and referral sources is essential
- Ensures that the team plans daily events so as to be as efficient as possible with time management (e.g., minimizes travel time by planning routes ahead of time)
- Assists with the proper scheduling of set ups and follow up visits according to company policies and standards
- Works closely with the RT Clinical Liaisons in coordinating patient discharges
- Ability to properly triage problems in the field in accordance with company standards and other verbal and written training policies
- Ensures that the team follows proper procedures for accurate and timely documentation of patient concerns, and most importantly, takes appropriate corrective actions
- Maintains strong knowledge of PromptCare’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and ensures that they are applied consistently
- Ensures that the team maintains compliance to all applicable laws, regulations and SOPs at all times
- Fosters a culture wherein the team conducts activities with a mindset of delivering “white glove” service to the patients and family members
- Submits expense reports for travel at least once monthly and in a timely manner
- On-call responsibilities as needed
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen. This position is highly active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, twisting, and climbing all, maneuver in small areas and frequently lift and/or move 30 pounds or more.
Benefits & Perks:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Package
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Generous PTO: Vacation, Sick Time, Personal Days, and Paid Holidays
- Life Insurance: Standard coverage with optional enhancements
- Employee Assistance Program: Free counseling and coaching sessions
- Emotional Well-being and Work-Life Balance Resources
- Short & Long-Term Disability: Company-paid with optional supplements
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- FSA and HSA: Manage healthcare expenses
- Commuter Spending Programs
- Volunteer and Engagement Opportunities
- Employee Referral Bonuses
- Exclusive Discounts on entertainment, travel, and various other supplemental and cellphone plans
Equal Employment Opportunity
The PromptCare Companies is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, genetic disposition, disability, veteran's status or any other characteristic or classification protected by State/Federal/Local laws. We foster a work environment in which diversity and inclusion are embraced, people are hired and advanced on their merits, and employees are treated with mutual respect and dignity.