CRT or RRT (Respiratory Therapy #)

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionThe Respiratory Therapist is responsible for assessment of patient/client respiratory equipment needs and the selection, instruction, and troubleshooting of appropriate equipment and/or services provided to meet those needs.Responsibilities and Duties of the Respiratory Therapist:1. Complies with all applicable company policies, procedures, and patient protocols. Assesses the need of the patient/client and the best choice of equipment and/or services to meet those needs.Instructs patients/clients in the proper use and care of the ordered equipment according to the written policies and procedures for that equipment.Communicates with the patient's/client's physician on changes in condition and/or needs and carries out adjustments to the Plan of Care/Treatment.Completes patient/client account paperwork, including Plan of Care/Treatment and assessments. s plan of care and records according to Advent Home Medical policy.Acts as a liaison between the company and the patient/client, family, caregiver, physician, and other healthcare agencies and staff on the case.Conducts, participates, and attends educational meetings and seminars for healthcare workers, patients/clients, families, caregivers, physicians, and interested community members on areas of need.Assists in resolving patient equipment problems of an immediate or ?emergency? nature10. Assists with preventive maintenance, required service checks, and patient/environmental assessment of home respiratory equipment during scheduled visits to patients.Provided patients with Clinical Respiratory Services as ordered by physician including: care planning, clinical assessments, discharge planning, patient/caregiver training, therapy administration, education regarding diagnosis and symptom management to reduce hospital readmissions.Monitors respiratory supply levels and place orders to replenish stock as approved by Sr. s policy.Develops technical knowledge of the respiratory products/services offered by the company and be prepared to provide information of it to others upon request.Educates fellow company employees on the features and benefits of respiratory equipment, including appropriate safety features.