Respiratory Therapist
Company: Caremed
Location: Jackson
Posted on: May 1, 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 drivers 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 customers 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
FridayAbility to Relocate:* Jackson, MS: Relocate before starting
work (Required)Work Location: In personby Jobble
Keywords: Caremed, Jackson , Respiratory Therapist, Healthcare , Jackson, Mississippi
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