Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Position Title: Respiratory Therapist (RT) Location: Upland Hills Health - Platteville Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Store Role & Department: Staff RT in the DME/Home Oxygen Service Department Hours & Shift: Full-time (1.0 FTE) day shift position, Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Role Responsibilities: Will work under the supervision of DME Manager and has the responsibility to collaborate with other members of the healthcare team to carry respiratory and sleep therapy patients through the continuum of care for the best possible outcomes The DME Respiratory Therapist works in a collaborative effort with hospitals, hospital respiratory therapists, case management and the nursing care team as a resource to provide appropriate respiratory homecare durable medical equipment and supplies The DME Respiratory Therapist takes an active role in facilitating communication of patient needs/orders for the DME specialists to avoid unnecessary delays in care Demonstrates desire to promote UHH LOC philosophy and seeks ways to facilitate helping more patients with their transitions of care The DME Respiratory Therapist works with the DME Manager to facilitate timely billing for DME supplies and services. The position is responsible for the interpretation of Federal and state regulations, policies and procedures which impact DME services Qualifications: Candidates must have a minimum of an Associates Degree from accredited school of Respiratory Therapy. Preferred Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of Respiratory Therapy Prefer a minimum of three (3) years of experience in a home medical equipment setting and past customer service experience Preferred past scheduling experience Licensure as an RRT or CRT in the State of Wisconsin Past experience with general adult respiratory care care Ability to learn and competently work with co-workers, referral sources and patients Ability to work with computer programs such as Health Link (EPIC) and Bright Tree software systems Proficient in medical terminology and abbreviations CPR Certification (BLS) Previous experience with the Microsoft Office Suite software programs is beneficial Employee Benefits: • Comprehensive benefits packages available for both part and full-time employees! • Paid Time Off (PTO) benefits begin to accrue on day one! • Retirement Plan with matching dollars available! • Two wellness center facilities that employees are eligible to use free of charge & a minimal fee for spouses! • Many Employer Sponsored Events held throughout the year to celebrate our employees! Why Upland Hills Health: Upland Hills Health (UHH) consistently ranks as a very high performing health care institution in Southwestern Wisconsin. Located just 40 minutes from Madison, WI and as well from Dubuque, IA, the area is surrounded by wonderful communities and beautiful scenery. For over 100 years, Upland Hills Health has been dedicated to the promise of offering the highest standard of healthcare. Our community-minded staff emphasizes providing quality, comprehensive healthcare while offering a comfortable, neighborly welcome to everyone who walks through our doors. Here, neighbors care for neighbors!