Respiratory Therapist - Home Care jobs in Des Moines, IA

Description

Northwest Respiratory Services is seeking for an experienced Per Diem Respiratory Therapists, Registered Nurses, or LPNs to help support our office in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding area. Northwest Respiratory Services is a leading provider of oxygen and respiratory products throughout the Midwest and Rockies. We specialize in serving the long-term care community and oxygen dependent Veterans. The ideal candidate would be someone looking to pick up extra hours occasionally on a needed basis. You will apply your unique skill set and experience to home care and skilled nursing facility environments by setting patients up, providing comprehensive instruction, follow up and ongoing support of high technology modalities.

In-house training on Northwest Respiratory Services equipment will occur upon hire.

Compensation:

• Hourly rate
• Mileage reimbursement
• Eligible to participate in 401K program

Job Duties:

• Deliver, set up and provide instruction of home medical equipment to include: oxygen concentrators, liquid oxygen systems, BiPAP, CPAP, overnight and continuous oximetry, humidity systems, suction and pediatric set ups
• Provide routine equipment maintenance, instruction of proper use, safety, cleaning and continuing education to clients
• Schedule and conduct staff in-services of respiratory equipment to skilled nursing facilities as requested
• Serve as a resource to referrals, physicians, clients and NRS staff; Assist with troubleshooting of equipment

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Current RT/RN/LPN License in the state of Branch location and in other state(s) as required based on territory served
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to pass a motor vehicle records check, and drug test
• Strong interpersonal skills and customer service skills
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Home care experience is preferred

We look forward to seeing your application and the opportunity to speak with you further!

Northwest Respiratory Services is a privately held, regional leader in the respiratory product and service industry.  We proudly serve patients in their own homes, assisted living facilities, skilled nursing facilities, and veterans receiving care from the VA Hospital.  Since 1976, we have been a trusted partner, dedicated to the highest standard of care at the best possible value.

Northwest Respiratory Services is an EO Employer – M/F/Vets/Disabled