Respiratory Therapist

You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.

Facility Type:

Ambulatory Care

Start Date:

ASAP

Length of Assignment:

3 weeks

Schedule / Shift:

4x10s, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
## Job Summary
Our client is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide exceptional patient care in a dynamic ambulatory care setting. The position involves performing Pulmonary Function Testing, administering oxygen therapy, and educating patients and clinic staff on respiratory procedures.
## Responsibilities

• Perform Pulmonary Function Testing and occasionally methacholine challenges under clinic protocols.
• Administer oxygen therapy and PAP management according to physician orders and clinic protocols.
• Build strong positive communication with clinic staff to increase the success of the practice and provide excellent patient care.
• Assist with prior authorizations for PFTs and related respiratory services.
• In collaboration with the Providers, develop patient education on PFT testing, inhalers, and oxygen.
• Support and educate clinic staff regarding respiratory procedures and PFTs.
• Communicate PFT and respiratory results to patients.

## Minimum Education and Experience Qualification Requirements
Education

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy.
• Current Colorado RT License.

## Certifications

• Open to Registered or Certified Pulmonary Therapists or a Pulmonary Function Technologist.

## State License Needed

• Current Colorado RT License.

## Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy.
• Current Colorado RT License.
• Open to Registered or Certified Pulmonary Therapists or a Pulmonary Function Technologist.
• EPIC software proficiency.
• Methacholine Challenges Experience.

## Experience

• 2 years of experience preferred, but open to new grads.

## Schedule / Shift
4x10s, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
## Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

* We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.

* We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).


Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we're dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

* This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.