Quipt Home Medical Clackamas , OR 97015
Posted 2 months ago
Description
Job Title:
Respiratory Technician
Department:
Clinical
Reports to:
Clinical Supervisor
Clinical Manager
Branch Manager / Service Center Supervisor
Classification:
Non-Exempt
Job Summary:
A Respiratory Technician coordinates with the patient care team to provide the highest quality patient care and advocacy. A Respiratory Tech provides equipment set-up, and instruction and maintenance, and travels by car to hospitals and patient homes to deliver, check, or pick up equipment.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Duties & Responsibilities:
Assists referral source in planning and implementing patient care
Performs initial patient evaluation and on-going patient assessments
Reads and evaluates physicians' orders and patient chart information to determine patient's condition and treatment protocols
Maintains thorough and appropriate documentation in patient medical record of all visits and procedures performed, as well as telephone contacts with the patient, caregiver, physician, and other members of the health care team
Instructs patient and/or caregiver in equipment usage and the organization's respiratory services
Performs follow up procedures to determine efficacy of patient compliance while on therapy
Cleans, sterilizes, checks, and maintains all equipment and accessories
Inventories and orders equipment and supplies per company protocols
Travels by car to hospitals, and/or patient homes to provide services
Assists in resolving patient equipment problems
Provides clear and compassionate communication with the complete patient care team
Follows safety standards in all aspects of performance of the above functions, reports/removes unsafe equipment, and attends safety education sessions
Performs on-call on a rotating basis, as needed
Performs other duties as required
Requirements
Required Skills & Abilities:
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills
Ability to function well in a fast-paced, stressful environment
Driver's License with clean driving record for 3 years
Ability to support the organization's vision, mission, and values
Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook
Education & Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent
Previous healthcare experience
HM E/DME experience preferred
Qualifications Physical:
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and to handle other computer components
Must be able to lift up to 55 pounds at times
Must be clean and neat in personal appearance
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