About this opportunity
Accendra Health lists this RESPIRATORY THERAPIST opportunity in littleton, Colorado. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
CO LITTLETON
nFull time
nREQ_26_31894
nAt Accendra Health, we understand that healthcare is complex, and we’re here to make it easier. We help deliver care beyond traditional settings, making essential products and services more accessible through every stage of life. As part of the care team, our teammates play a critical role in delivering personalized, long-term care for the patients we serve.
nWith deep expertise promoting health outside the hospital and a presence in communities nationwide through our Apria and Byram Healthcare brands, Accendra Health does more than just deliver the essentials.
nIf you’re interested in meaningful work with impact, explore our career opportunities and join us in our purpose of Bringing Care To Life™.
nABOUT THE COMPANY
nApria Healthcare’s mission is to improve the quality of life for our patients at home. We are looking for empathetic, thoughtful, and compassionate people, to meet the needs of our patients. Already an industry leader in healthcare services, we provide home respiratory services and select medical equipment to help our patients sleep better, breathe better, heal faster, and thrive longer.
nJOB SUMMARY
nAssists in the treatment and management of patients with clinical needs.
n$29.42-$43.21
nESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
nnnProvides instruction to patients and/or caregivers on the proper use of equipment and/or respiratory care procedures.
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nnEnsures patients and/or caregivers can effectively operate and maintain equipment. Performs clinical assessments and tests such as pulse oximetry, ETCO2, spirometry, and vital signs.
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nnResponsible for routine patient follow-up contacts based on individual needs.
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nnMay need to perform on-call duties as needed.
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nnProvides and operates various types of respiratory care equipment including but not limited to oxygen therapy, nebulization therapy, apnea monitoring, suctioning, PAP, invasive and non-invasive ventilation.
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nnInspects and tests equipment to ensure proper operating condition.
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nnPrepares and maintains a record for each patient containing all pertinent information, care plans, physician prescriptions and follow-up documentation.
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nnResponsible for accurate data entry on monitoring websites for certain respiratory equipment
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nnConsults with referring physician regarding patient treatment, medical condition, home environment, and Plan of Care.
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nnParticipates in ongoing education and training sessions regarding respiratory patient care.
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nnAssist with patient scheduling as needed.
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nnPerforms other duties as required.
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n nSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
nnN/A
n nMINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
nnMeets company minimum standard of Background Check
n nEducation and/or Experience
nnGraduate of an accredited program for respiratory therapy is required.
n nCertificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations
nnnMust possess a valid and current driver’s license and auto insurance per Apria policy. Will be required to drive personal vehicle for patient home visits.
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nnRegistration or certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
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nnHold a current RCP license in the state of practice (or states that the location covers) if that state requires an RCP license to allow the practice of respiratory therapy.
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nnHold a current CPR Certification.
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nnHold all applicable licensure in good standing for all states of practice.
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n nSKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
nnnStrong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
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nnAbility to multi-task effectively.
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nnAbility to communicate effectively in person, on the phone and electronically
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nnSuccessful completion of Apria's respiratory therapy orientation and competency evaluation program.
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n nComputer Skills
nnnAbility to use electronic hand held device
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nnMicrosoft Office programs
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nnBasic printing/faxing/scanning
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n nLanguage Skills
nnEnglish (reading, writing, verbal)
n nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
nEducation and/or Experience
nnAt least one year related experience is preferred.
n nSKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
nComputer Skills
nLanguage Skills
nnBilingual (reading, writing, verbal)
n nPHYSICAL DEMANDS
nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his/her hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee uses computer and telephone equipment. Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision and distance vision. Must be able to travel by plane and automobile (if applicable). Possible lifting of equipment up to 50 lbs.
nWORK ENVIRONMENT
nThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
nnnThe employee is required to safely operate a motor vehicle during the day and night and in a wide range of weather and traffic conditions.
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nnThe noise level in the work environment is varies based on the locations or activities proximate to which can range from low to high.
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nnThere is moderate exposure to dust, fume, mists and odors.
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nnTemperature ranges from normal indoor climate-controlled environment in buildings or vehicles and various outdoor conditions and temperature extremes encountered throughout the year in a variety of US states.
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nnGeneral lighting is generally provided via florescent lighting indoors, and natural lighting outdoors, and low light conditions consistent with outdoor and/or night working environment.
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nnDuring off site travel events the employee may be exposed to higher noise levels requiring the use of hearing protection, with moderate potential exposure to moderate dust, chemicals, fumes and odors, as well as cryogenic and cleaning agents.
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nnDuring off site travel events the employee may be required to ride in company delivery vehicles and accompany employees on deliveries and enter into patient homes.
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nnMay be required to receive vaccinations and participate in medical assessments and testing consistent with the work environment or patients exposed to.
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nnWill be required to wear various personal protective equipment consistent with the hazards encountered in this role.
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nnWill be required to use hand tools for assembly and repair, material handling equipment, cutting, carrying devices, cleanup kits or equipment.
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nnMay be required to work with cryogenic fluids requiring special precautions and PPE.
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n nThe physical demands and work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
nTeammate Benefits
nAs an Accendra Health employee, you have choices to fit your life. Our comprehensive benefits program is designed to meet you where you are — through all of life’s stages. We’ve got you and your family covered with benefits that support your health, finances, and overall wellness.
nOur benefits program includes:
nnnMedical, dental, and vision care coverage
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nnPaid time off plan
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nn401(k) Plan
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nnFlexible Spending Accounts
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nnBasic life insurance
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nnShort-and long-term disability coverage
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nnAccident insurance
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nnTeammate Assistance Program
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nnPaid parental leave
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nnDomestic partner benefits
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nnMental, physical, and financial well-being programs
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n nIf you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply.
nAccendra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.
nNote: Accendra is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our Company via email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our Company. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by our Company as a result of the referral or through other means.
n#AccendraHealth
nAt Accendra Health, we understand that healthcare is complex, and we’re here to make it easier. We help deliver care beyond traditional settings, making essential products and services more accessible through every stage of life. As part of the care team, our teammates play a critical role in delivering personalized, long-term care for the patients we serve.
nWith more than 6,000 teammates across a nationwide network of over 250 service locations across our Apria and Byram Healthcare brands, we have the reach and expertise to make home-based care work better for everyone.
nIf you’re interested in meaningful work with impact, explore our career opportunities ─ from remote-friendly to hybrid and in-person roles ─ and join us in our purpose of Bringing Care To Life™.
Worksite address
littleton, CO, 80161, US
Who can apply
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