What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Care Technician position at UnityPoint Health?
- Area of Interest: Allied Health
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0
- Department: Operations- HME- DM
- Shift: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM/Days
- Job ID: 161257
UnityPoint Health Information
Operations - Home Medical Equipment - Urbandale, IA
Respiratory Care Technician
Full Time - 1.0 FTE
Day Shift - 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Overview
Why UnityPoint Health?
- Commitment to our Team – For the third consecutive year, we're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.
- Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
- Benefits – Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – We’re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
- Development – We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
- Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.
Visit https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/ to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.
Responsibilities
Patient Support & Equipment Instruction – Deliver, assemble, and educate patients on the safe use of home respiratory equipment, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with policies and regulations.
Equipment Maintenance & Compliance – Perform preventative maintenance, manage CPAP/BIPAP follow-ups, track repairs, and ensure respiratory equipment meets safety and regulatory standards.
Customer Service & Inventory Management – Respond to patient inquiries, schedule appointments, maintain accurate inventory records, and verify patient information for billing and compliance.
Qualifications
Education:
- High School graduate, or equivalent
Experience:
- 6 months experience in a customer service based environment.
License(s)/Certification(s):
- Mandatory Reporter: Child & Dependent Adult Abuse.
- Valid licensed driver with automobile insurance in accordance with state(s) and/or organizational requirements.
