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Respiratory Therapist - Sleep Therapy - REMOTE

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Respiratory Therapist - Sleep Therapy - REMOTE

@ VieMed

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for the overall clinical, technical and administrative functions at the location on record regarding the PAP Therapy program. 
  • Responsible for the installation/setup of respiratory therapy equipment (CPAP, AutoPAP, BiPAP) and provision of all needed supplies and products to the patients and ongoing assessment of patients and equipment.
  • Is responsible for contacting patients to schedule setups of equipment and explain the clinical benefits of PAP therapy and dangers of sleep apnea
  • Is responsible for clinical contact with the physician, referred contacts, health care practitioners, and others involved in the care of the patients referred to Sleep Management, LLC d/b/a VieMed for home respiratory therapy services.
  • Is responsible for the maintenance of records, charting, progress notes, clinical files, equipment records, preventative maintenance records, and other necessary documentation.
  • Is responsible to ensure all pertinent demographic information is updated regularly and with any change in personal or professional status.
  • Is responsible for the overseeing of all applicable regulatory rules and guidelines as pertains to the staff respiratory therapist.
  • Is responsible for orientation and training of subordinate or newly hired respiratory therapist staff service technicians.
  • Exhibits effective written and verbal communication skills. Adheres to cost-containment policies and procedures.
  • Works with the office staff to ensure prompt and accurate billing and documentation of services, including providing adequate information to satisfy third-party payor guidelines for coverage.
  • Works with all clinical, managerial, and sales staff to promote and market home respiratory therapist services to all referral sources.
  • Ensures proper, accurate, and safe operation of all equipment prior to installation.
  • Is required to provide availability for patient contact and response to patient needs.
  • Will work with team members (other RTs, PCC’s and various departments) to ensure tasks are completed.
  • Other duties/projects as assigned.


Qualifications:

Competencies:

  • Technical Capacity
  • Customer/Client Focus
  • Communication Proficiency
  • Initiative
  • Collaboration
  • Financial Management
  • Presentation Skills


Requirements:

  • Must have RT License
  • Must have high speed internet


Work Environment:

  • Clinical – This job will require the employee to set-up and service medical devices.


Work Hours:

  • You will be expected to work during normal business hours, which are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. 


How to Apply:

Apply online at https://www.viemed.com/company-information/#careers 

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Location: Lafayette, LA
Date Posted: November 18, 2024
Application Deadline: December 19, 2024
Job Type: Full-time