Registered Respiratory Therapist

Requisition number: 2360672

Job category: Healthcare Delivery, Rehabilitation Services

$5,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates

Reliant Medical Group, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join our team in Worcester, MA. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Under supervision of a physician, evaluates and diagnoses pulmonary patients. Responsible for administering pulmonary function testing and providing other respiratory-related care and treatment as prescribed by licensed physician. Performs and reviews pulmonary function tests, obtains pertinent histories, teaches use of asthma equipment to patients, caregivers and staff.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Evaluates patients and families with pulmonary function issues

• Follows patients referred to pulmonary program with visits, phone calls and letters as needed

• Performs pulmonary function tests to be used in diagnosis of care (spirometry, flow volume, walk tests, oximetry pulse studies, etc.). Consults with Physician in event of adverse reactions during a test or procedure

• Teaches correct use of pulmonary equipment to patients

• Observes equipment function and adjusts equipment to obtain optimum results to therapy

• Works closely with physicians, nurses and other clinicians (NPs, Pas, RNs) to oversee patient progress and care

• Informs supervisor of situations needing improvement, intervention or that affect the efficiency of the Pulmonary Function Program

• Acts as resource person for staff, providing in-service education and consultation

• Able to use all electronic tools and applications relevant to the performance of the duties of the position, including but not limited to phone, keyboard, computer and computer applications

• Performs other duties as assigned

Reliant Medical Group joined Optum in 2018, to be part of the greater vision to make health care better for everyone. At Reliant, you're part of a community-based, multi-specialty, clinician-led medical group in Central and Boston Metro-west Massachusetts. Where everyone works collaboratively on a common purpose: improving the quality, cost?and experience of health care. Supported by a patient-centric business model - integrated care teams focus on the best patient care, rather than volume. Recognized nationally for an innovative, sustainable care model we offer a full range of outpatient primary care and over 30 different specialties including hospital medicine, comprehensive radiology services, and urgent care. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone.

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalency certificate (e.g. GED, HiSET, TASC Test) from an accredited institution or governmental unit

• Ability to meet National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) registry requirements as Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Pulmonary Function Therapist (CPFT)

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty

• 2+ years of recent experience in a pulmonary function lab setting

• Proficiency with computers needed to operate advanced equipment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's degree from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program (or equivalent education, training or experience)

• Certificate in CPR. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)

Working Conditions / Physical Demands:

• Busy office environment with frequent deadlines and interruptions

• Works with gases stored under pressure that can be hazardous

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $23.89 to $42.69 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.