Job Description
Description:
Responsibilities & Duties:
A Respiratory Therapist coordinates with the patient care team to provide the highest quality patient care and advocacy. An RT provides equipment set-up, instruction and maintenance, and travels to facilities patient homes to deliver, check, or pick up equipment. On-the-job training is provided. *New Grads Welcome* A Respiratory Therapist...
Assists referral source in planning and implementing patient care
Performs initial patient evaluation and on-going patient assessments
Reads and evaluates physicians' orders and patient chart information to determine patient's condition and treatment protocols
Instructs patient and/or caregiver in equipment usage and the organization’s respiratory services
Performs follow up procedures to determine efficacy of patient compliance while on therapy
Cleans, sterilizes, checks, and maintains all equipment and accessories
Inventories and orders equipment and supplies per company protocols
Travels by car to facilities, and/or patient homes, to provide services
Provides clear and compassionate communication with the complete patient care team
**This position is elidable for a $1,500 sign-on bonus**
Full-Time 40hrs/week M-F with opportunities for OT
About Us -
Since 1983, Northwest Medical, a division of Quipt Home Medical, has provided quality respiratory services for both the pediatric and adult populations in the Northwest and Alaska. At Northwest Medical, we set high standards for ourselves, and our teams work with integrity and a caring commitment to our communities.
Our Values: A Northwest Medical team member is...
Collaborative and works with others to find solutions
Results-driven and identifies and achieves goals that further our Mission
Innovative and seeks solutions to challenges and takes initiative to improve
Sincere and works with honesty, integrity and empathy
Professional with high expectations for quality of work, competence, demeanor, ethics
Our Mission: Enhance patient outcomes by providing exceptional service and compassionate care
Benefits:
Medical Insurance- multiple plans to choose from
Dental & Vision Insurance
Short Term Disability & Long Term Disability Options
Life Insurance
Generous PTO plan
Paid Holidays
401K with match
Competitive Pay
Relocation Assistance
On-the-job training
Position locations:
14200 SE 98th Ct, Ste 100, Clackamas, OR 97015
17933 NW Evergreen Pl, Suite 270, Beaverton, OR 97006
Requirements:
About You -
Completion of a respiratory therapy care program and registration by the National Board of Respiratory Care
Registered or grandfathered-certified Respiratory Therapy license in OR; or the ability to obtain an OR license if relocating
Strong verbal and written communication skills; Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; problem-solving, and time management skills
2+ years of clinical experience as a respiratory care provider preferred
Driver’s License with clean driving record for 3 years
Home health experience preferred
Experience with PAP, O2, Ventilators, Afflovests, Nebulizers, Cough Assist, and Suction devices a plus
Must be 21 years or older to be covered on company auto insurance and have a valid driver’s license
Job Tags
Holiday work, Full time, Temporary work, Relocation, Relocation bonus,