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Job description
About Rotech
Join a Leader in Home Healthcare
At Rotech Healthcare Inc ., we're more than a medical equipment provider-we're a trusted partner in patient care. As a national leader inventilators, oxygen therapy, sleep apnea treatment, wound care, diabetic solutions, and other home medical equipment, we empower patients to manage their health from the comfort of home.
With hundreds of locations across 45 states, our team delivershigh-quality products,exceptional service, andcompassionate supportthat helps patients live more comfortably, independently, and actively. Whether you're a clinician, technician, or healthcare administrator, your work at Rotech directly improves lives.
Explore more about our mission and services at Rotech.com.
Overview and Responsibilities
Summary
We are seeking a qualified Ventilator Patient Specialist to join the Rotech team. In this position, you will be responsible for managing a set number of ALS and/or Pediatric ventilation patients within a defined territory; will be the primary contact for patient, caregiver and any other entity directly involved with the patient's ventilation care.At this location, this position pays $45 to $50 per hour, depending on related experience, and is eligible for a bonus opportunity.
External candidates are eligible for a $2500 gross sign on bonus to be paid after 60 days and another $2500 after 180 days of continuous employment
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.)
Available for on-call assignments as needed; responsible for phone consultations during non-business hours
Maintains continuing education as necessary for performance of job responsibilities and as required for state licensure or certification
Maintains documentation of all services provided and all work performed per Rotech's policies and procedures
Maintains records and workspace in an organized, safe, clean, and neat fashion
Maintains up-to-date licensure certification or other requirements per state law in the state(s) of practice
Supports orientation and training of other personnel at the direction of the Manager
Performs other duties and responsibilities as required by state licensure law or by the Manager
Patient assessment
Provides patient education as applicable
Sets up all highly technical respiratory equipment
Monitors ongoing function of highly technical respiratory equipment
Qualifications
Employment is contingent on
Background check (company-wide). Results will not be used automatically to disqualify individuals. Instead, the Company will conduct an individualized assessment that considers the duties of the position, the nature and timing of the offense, and any evidence of rehabilitation, in accordance with applicable laws.
Drug screen (when applicable for the position )
Compliance with healthcare facility credentialing process (when applicable for the position )
Valid driver's license in state of residence with a clean driving record (when applicable for the position)
Required Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or GED equivalent, required
Credentials as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) is preferred but other medical credentials may be acceptable (e.g., RN) depending upon state licensure laws
Must be licensed in primary state of home office as required by state law and provide a copy of license to the location
Pediatric and/or ALS Ventilation experience is required
Preferred Education and/or Experience
Completion of an accredited program/degree in respiratory care preferred; nursing (RN) may be acceptable depending upon state licensure laws
Home respiratory care experience is preferred or equivalent hospital experience
May be required to obtain license in neighboring states as required by defined service area of location
Proficient in the use of equipment download software (Care Orchestrator, Astral, etc.)
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Deductive problem solving skills
Effectively communicate in English; both oral and written, with physicians, location employees and patients to ensure questions and concerns are processed in a timely manner
Interpret a variety of instructions in a variety of communication mediums
Knowledge of Durable Medical Equipment (DME) or Home Medical Equipment (HME)
Maintain confidentiality and practice discretion and caution when handling sensitive information
Make appropriate recommendations for changes to patient care as dictated by patient assessment
Multi-task along with attention to detail
Read and successfully interpret written directions and/or instructions in English
Review patient charts and discern compliance with Rotech's policies and procedures
Self-motivation, organized, time-management and deductive problem solving skills
Sense of urgency and responsiveness to physicians, location employees and patients
Work independently and as part of a team
Machines, Equipment and Technical Abilities
Email transmission and communication
Internet navigation and research
Microsoft applications; Outlook, Word and Excel
Office equipment; fax machine, copier, printer, phone and computer and/or tablet
Physical Demands
Lift and carry office equipment at times
Requires close vision to small print on computer and/or tablet and paperwork
Requires contact with patients and equipment with potential exposure to contagious pathogens
Requires occasional lifting and transporting of patient equipment
Requires sitting, walking, standing, talking and listening
Required to comply with Rotech Respiratory Protection & N95 Mask Fit Testing PolicyMedical Evaluation and Fit Testing Compliance in a timely manner
Annual Recertification
Keep face clean-shaven to ensure N95 Mask face-seal protection per OSHA guidelines
Rotech Information
Benefits
Generous paid time off and paid holidays
Overtime pay for non-exempt positions (as applicable)
Commissionfor Account Executives
Bonus and incentive opportunities
Fixed and variable car reimbursement for Area Managers and Account Executives
Car, mileage, and telephone reimbursement(as applicable)
Employee discount and recognition programs
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(k), HSA, and FSA/Dependent Care FSA
Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage
Life insurance, disability, accidental death, identity protection, and legal services
Meru Health mental health and Mercer SmartConnect Medicare programs
Livongo Diabetes and High Blood Pressure programs
Healthcare Bluebook and RX Savings Solutions programs
Hepatitis B (HEPB) and TB vaccinations
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All positions are posted for a minimum of five (5) days and remain open until filled by a qualified applicant, generally no longer than 200 days. Thank you for your interest in Rotech Healthcare Inc.
Florida applicants - Background screening is required through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:
Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Rotech Healthcare Inc. recruits, employs, trains, promotes, transfers, separates from employment and compensates employees without regard to membership in, association with, or perception of race, color, age, gender, gender identity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in each locality where Rotech has employees.
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