Certified Respiratory Therapist jobs in Fort Myers, FL
Certified Respiratory Therapist assists in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders. Collects and analyzes sputum, blood, and breath specimens to determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and other gases. Being a Certified Respiratory Therapist also measures the lung capacity of a patient to determine if there is an impairment. Requires an associate degree and a credential of Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT). Additionally, Certified Respiratory Therapist may be expected to maintain a CPR certification. Typically reports to a manager. Certified Respiratory Therapist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Respiratory Therapist
- VieMed
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Fort Myers, FL
FULL_TIME
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Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesResponsible for the overall clinical, technical and administrative functions at the location on record regarding the Home Respiratory Therapist program.
- Responsible for the installation/delivery of respiratory therapist equipment and provision of all needed supplies and products to the patients in the home and ongoing assessment of patients and equipment.
- 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 therapist 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 maintain accurate inventory of all Sleep Management/VieMed assets and supplies.
- Ensures that vehicle is maintained per applicable accreditation standards at all times.
- 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 fellow RTs in the area on a rotating on-call schedule.
- Will work with team members (other RTs, PCC’s and various departments) to insure tasks completed.
- Other duties/projects as assigned.
Competencies- Technical Capacity.
- Customer/Client Focus.
- Communication Proficiency.
- Initiative.
- Collaboration.
- Financial Management.
- Presentation Skills.
Physical Demands- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- EE must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
- EE must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Work Environment- This job will require the employee to go into patient homes to set-up and service medical devices.
Education and Experience- Medical or respiratory experience.
- A valid Respiratory Therapist license in the State in which you practice.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. - 1 Day Ago
Respiratory Therapist
- Adapt Health LLC
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Naples, FL
FULL_TIME
- DescriptionAdaptHealth Opportunity – Apply Today!At AdaptHealth we offer full-service home medical equipment products and services to empower patients to live their best lives – out of the hospital an...
- 25 Days Ago
Respiratory Therapist
- Millennium Physician Group
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Port Charlotte, FL
FULL_TIME
- Respiratory Therapist FULL TIME (MONDAY-THURSDAY 8AM-5PM) Port Charlotte, 3400 N Tamiami Trail Millennium Physician Group is seeking to hire a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join the Medical Offic...
- 2 Months Ago
Phlebotomy Technician
- The Traveling Therapist LLC
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Fort Myers, FL
FULL_TIME
- Phlebotomist (Full Time W2 Position)The Traveling Therapist is a Mental Health Clinic which provides Therapy to populations from 6y.o to 100. We are looking for a Full Time Certified Phlebotomist to s...
- 2 Months Ago
Pulmonary Respiratory Therapist
- Healthcare Support Staffing, Inc
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Fort Myers, FL
OTHER
- Pulmonary Respiratory Therapist HealthCare Support is actively seeking a Respiratory Therapist to fill an opening with a well-known Hospital in Fort Myers, FL. Daily Responsibilities for the Respirato...
- 8 Days Ago
Respiratory Therapist RRT
- Pine Ridge Physicians Regional - Collier Blvd Physician Mgmt
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NAPLES, FL
FULL_TIME
- Respiratory Therapist $10,000 Student Loan Repayment Tuition Reimbursement Outstanding Benefits Package Robust Shift Differentials Shift: Day and night shifts available 12 hour shifts Rotating weekend...
- 21 Days Ago
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Registered Respiratory Therapist
- JCR MEDICAL EQUIPMENT INC.
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Lehigh Acres, FL
- Position is open for an RT with a wide variety of equipment knowledge to work at DME/ HME company. Candidate will be exp...
- 5/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
Respiratory Therapist RRT
- HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital
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Port Charlotte, FL
- Description Introduction Are you looking for a work environment where diversity and inclusion thrive? Submit your applic...
- 5/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
RRT Respiratory Therapist Nights
- HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital
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Port Charlotte, FL
- Description Introduction Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Respiratory Therapist RRT? At ...
- 5/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
Respiratory Therapist
- AdaptHealth LLC
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Fort Myers, FL
- AdaptHealth Opportunity - Apply Today! At AdaptHealth we offer full-service home medical equipment products and services...
- 5/6/2024 12:00:00 AM
Patient Care Technician (PCT) Full-Time Day Shift / $2,500 Sign-On Bonus!
- Select Specialty Hospital - Fort Myers
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Fort Myers, FL
- Overview: Critical Illness Recovery Hospital - Fort Myers, FL Patient Care Technician (PCT) Full-Time Day Shift $2,500 S...
- 5/6/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Fort Myers, Florida
Fort Myers or Ft. Myers, is the county seat and commercial center of Lee County, Florida, United States. It has grown rapidly in recent years. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 62,298 and in 2017 was estimated at 79,943.
Fort Myers is a gateway to the Southwest Florida region and a major tourist destination within Florida. The winter estates of Thomas Edison ("Seminole Lodge") and Henry Ford ("The Mangoes") are major attractions. The city is named after Colonel Abraham Myers....
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Certified Respiratory Therapist jobs
$60,169 to $73,034
Fort Myers, Florida area prices
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