Respiratory Therapist - Greenville NC

Job Description

Job Description

Looking for a change? Med Emporium specializes in caring for ventilator dependent patients in their home. We're driven to create the highest quality of life possible for our patients. This pursuit is incredibly rewarding, and you’ll get to participate in the ongoing care for long term patients. Everyone would rather be home, especially when critically ill. Our amazing employees make that happen. We have a passion to advocate for and provide our patients with the exceptional quality of Home Care we would want for our own families.

If working for a company that makes a major impact in people's lives is motivational for you, apply today.

Med Emporium is currently seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist for our Greenville, NC area. We are dedicated to supporting the care of patients with chronic respiratory illness.

This position also includes a Company Vehicle, Smart Phone, Gas Card, Paid Time Off, and Retirement Plan with company match. Other contributory benefits include Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Disability, Vision Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance.

What you'll do:

The potential candidate must be proficient in all aspects of respiratory therapy including mechanical ventilation. Duties will include routine visits to patient homes to perform equipment checks and patient assessments. May also require coordination with Physicians, Discharge Planners, and Case Managers for patient care. Collaboration with Customer Service and Delivery Staff will also be required to ensure patients have the medical supplies and equipment they need.

Requirements:

* Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care in North Carolina. If not licensed currently, must apply for a license upon hire at Med Emporium.

* Licensed through the State as a Respiratory Therapist

* Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program

* Knowledge of modern principles, methods, materials, and equipment

* Knowledge of possible hazards to patients and appropriate precautions

* Ability to work independently

* Ability to manage records, complete necessary electronic documentation, and perform patient assessments

* 1-2 years’ hospital experience required

* Ability to perform data entry into the company software utilizing an iPad

* Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications is a plus

* Strong time management skills

Additional Details:

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Starting at $70,000. Negotiable and commensurate with experience.

Schedule:

40 hours per week

Monday to Friday with availability for on-call rotation (nights and weekends)

Work Location: On the road

Benefits: 401(k) matching, Dental insurance, Health insurance, Paid time off

Medical specialties: Home Health

Supplemental pay types: Signing bonus

Education: Associate (Preferred)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $70,000.00 per year + $5000 Sign on Bonus

Shift: 8 hour shift

Respiratory therapy: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification: RRT (Required)