Respiratory Therapist Ventilator Patient Specialist; Boston Area

Overview and Responsibilities

We are seeking a qualified Ventilator Patient Specialist to join the Rotech team. In this position, you will manage a set number of ALS and/or Pediatric ventilation patients within a defined territory and serve as the primary contact for patients, caregivers, and other entities involved in the patient’s ventilation care. In the State of MA this position pays between $45/hr. – $50/hr.

depending on related experience plus bonus opportunity.

External candidates are eligible for a $2000 gross sign‑on bonus after 60 days and another $2000 after 180 days of continuous employment.

• Available for on‑call assignments as needed; responsible for phone consultations during non‑business hours.
• Maintains continuing education as necessary for performance of job responsibilities and as required for state licensure or certification.
• Maintains documentation of all services provided and all work performed per Rotech’s policies and procedures.
• Maintains records and workspace in an organized, safe, clean, and neat fashion.
• Maintains up‑to‑date licensure certification or other requirements per state law in the state(s) of practice.
• Supports orientation and training of other personnel at the direction of the Manager.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required by state licensure law or by the Manager.
• Patient assessment.
• Provides patient education as applicable.
• Sets up all highly technical respiratory equipment.
• Monitors ongoing function of highly technical respiratory equipment.

• Background check (company‑wide). Results will not be used automatically to disqualify individuals. Instead, the Company will conduct an individualized assessment that considers the duties of the position, the nature and timing of the offense, and any evidence of rehabilitation, in accordance with applicable laws.
• Drug screen (when applicable for the position).
• Compliance with healthcare facility credentialing process (when applicable for the position).
• Valid driver’s license in state of residence with a clean driving record (when applicable for the position).

• High school diploma or GED equivalent, required.
• Credentials as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) is preferred but other medical credentials may be acceptable (e.g., RN) depending upon state licensure laws.
• Must be licensed in primary state of home office as required by state law and provide a copy of license to the location.
• Pediatric and/or ALS Ventilation experience is required.

• Completion of an accredited program/degree in respiratory care preferred; nursing (RN) may be acceptable depending upon state licensure laws.
• Home respiratory care experience is preferred or equivalent hospital experience.
• May be required to obtain license in neighboring states as required by defined service area of location.
• Proficient in the use of equipment download software (Care Orchestrator, Astral, etc.).

• Deductive problem solving skills.
• Effectively communicate in English; both oral and written, with physicians, location employees and patients to ensure questions and concerns are processed in a timely manner.
• Interpret a variety of instructions in a variety of communication mediums.
• Knowledge of Durable Medical Equipment (DME) or Home Medical Equipment (HME).
• Maintain confidentiality and practice discretion and caution when handling sensitive information.
• Make appropriate recommendations for changes to patient care as dictated by patient assessment.
• Multi‑task along with attention to detail.
• Read and successfully interpret written directions and/or instructions in English.
• Review patient charts and discern compliance with Rotech’s policies and procedures.
• Self‑motivation, organized, time‑management and deductive problem solving skills.
• Sense of urgency and responsiveness to physicians, location employees and patients.
• Work independently and as part of a team.

• Email transmission and communication.
• Internet navigation and research.
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