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Job description
Joining AdventHealth
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off from Day One
403-B Retirement Plan
4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
Career Development
Whole Person Well-being Resources
Mental Health Resources and Support
Pet Benefits
Schedule: Part time
Shift: Day (United States of America)
Address: 1395 S PINELLAS AVE
City: Tarpon Springs
State: Florida
Postal Code: 34689
Job Description
Performs comprehensive patient evaluations to determine individualized pulmonary rehabilitation prescriptions.
Solicits physician prescriptions and payer approvals for pulmonary rehabilitation on all new referrals.
Monitors vital signs of patients and adjusts treatment plans accordingly.
Assures a safe environment for the delivery of pulmonary rehabilitation exercises, including the availability of oxygen and emergency supplies.
Performs all clinical documentation necessary to facilitate achievement of goals and minimize denial of reimbursement, including initial evaluations, weekly summaries, and discharge summaries.
Communicates significant information to pulmonary rehabilitation team members and patient's physicians as indicated.
Organizes interdisciplinary team conferences as applicable.
Provides instruction to staff members concerning rehabilitation procedures whenever needed or requested.
Identifies candidates for smoking cessation counseling and promotes appropriate client utilization of the program.
Proactively initiates process improvement ideas and supports hospital and department mission, goals, and metrics.
Ensures efficient operation of patient scheduling and flow, promoting cost-management and productive use of resources.
Organizes, initiates, and delivers pulmonary rehabilitation according to guidelines and physician referrals to achieve therapeutic and financial objectives.
Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Effective oral and written communication skills, including documentation in the patient care record and submitting charges appropriately (Required)
Organizational and time management skills including the ability to perform timely client interviews, verify referrals and seek approvals (Required)
Utilize and adapt to state-of-the-art technology, computer systems, and applications (Required)
Education
Associate (Required)
Bachelor's (Preferred)
Field of Study
Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science program
in Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science
Work Experience
2+ experience providing rehabilitative therapy to pulmonary patients, or satisfactorily complete a prescribed training program in pulmonary rehabilitation technique (Preferred)
Additional Information
NMBRC credentials must be maintained as a condition of continued role eligibility
All States: require NBRC for new hires, and incumbents
Florida Exception: legacy incumbents may continue working and may transfer within Florida without a NBRC active credential, subject to an approved, time-limited transition period.
Licenses and Certifications
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cert (ACLS) (Required)
Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) (Required)
State Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (Required)
Active NBRC Credentialed Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (Required)
Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)
Physical Requirements -
Pay Range: $26.33 - $52.76
Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)
Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.
Applicants may review general information about Florida's background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.
Worksite address
tarpon springs, FL, 34869, US
Who can apply
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