Respiratory Therapist - Albuquerque, NM

Accendra Health is a national healthcare provider delivering care beyond traditional settings through the Apria and Byram Healthcare brands. As a team member, your role will involve delivering personalized, long‑term care to patients across the community. Why is this Respiratory Therapist role different At Apria, you’ll experience a unique blend of clinical autonomy, meaningful patient interaction, and supportive team collaboration. This role offers a combination of time at the branch and time in the field, allowing you to develop patient‑facing clinical skills and workflow independence. Key highlights Hours: 9:00 - 5:30 pm. Flexible schedule; overtime as needed Daily check‑in at the branch with flexibility based on patient needs and hospital discharges Hybrid‑style role combining branch responsibilities and field visits Salary range $30–$36 per hour. Compensation may vary based on job‑related factors such as experience, skills, education, and location. On‑Call transparency On‑call rotation every 2 weeks May include responding to urgent patient needs and hospital discharges What you’ll do Conduct home visits to perform oxygen, CPAP/BiPAP, and ventilation equipment setups and follow‑ups Educate patients and caregivers on equipment use, cleaning, troubleshooting, and maintenance Assess patient needs, document care delivered, and elevate concerns appropriately Respond to hospital discharge requests and support patient needs Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and internal branch teams Maintain accurate documentation using iPad/laptop Set up and operate respiratory care equipment including oxygen therapy, nebulization therapy, apnea monitoring, suctioning, PAP, and ventilation systems Inspect and test equipment to ensure proper operating condition Perform clinical assessments such as pulse oximetry, ETCO₂, spirometry, and vital signs Perform other duties as required What we look for Registered Respiratory Therapist with an active RT license Ability to stand, lift, push, and/or pull 10–50 lbs Valid driver’s license Comfortable using mobile technology, navigation tools, and digital documentation Ability to hold multiple RT licenses if covering more than one state Education Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program Certificates, licenses, registrations or professional designations Current RCP or RRT license in the state(s) of practice (as required) Current CPR Certification All applicable licenses in good standing Teammate Benefits Medical, dental, and vision care coverage Paid time off plan 401(k) Plan Flexible Spending Accounts Basic life insurance Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage Accident insurance Teammate Assistance Program Paid parental leave Domestic partner benefits Mental, physical, and financial well‑being programs Accendra 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr