Respiratory Therapist, Lead - Rt

**Location:**

San Diego, California, United States

Categories

Full-time

Full/Part-time

Full-time

**Work Location Type:**

Hybrid

Compensation

Commensurate with experience

**Job Summary**

**ABOUT THE COMPANY**

_Apria Healthcare’s mission is to improve the quality of life for our patients at home. We are looking for empathetic, thoughtful and compassionate people, to meet the needs of our patients.

Already an industry leader in healthcare services, we provide home respiratory services and select medical equipment to help our patients sleep better, breathe better, heal faster, and thrive longer_

**Job Summary**

Assists in the treatment and management of patients with clinical needs while leading less experienced RTs.

• Responds to emergency calls on an on-call basis.
• Participates in ongoing education and training sessions regarding respiratory patient care.
• Ensures patients and/or caregivers can effectively operate and maintain equipment.
• Consults with referring physician regarding patient treatment, medical condition and home environment.
• Typically oversees 2 - 4 nonexempt employees.
• Usually handles the most complex cases. Assigns, directs work and coaches staff.
• Performs other related duties as directed by supervisor.
• Responsible for routine patient follow-up contacts based on individual needs.
• Ensures work is performed accurately and efficiently.
• Provides input on performance appraisals and selection, promotion, merit increases and employee discipline.
• Provides instruction to patients and/or caregivers on the proper use of equipment and/or respiratory care procedures.
• Assists other respiratory therapy personnel on the uses and instruction of more complex equipment.
• Schedules and organizes work assignments.
• Prepares and maintains a record for each patient containing all pertinent information, care plans, physician prescriptions and follow-up documentation.
• Provides and operates various types of respiratory care equipment including but not limited to oxygen therapy, nebulization therapy, apnea monitoring, suctioning, nasal CPAP and ventilation. Inspects and tests equipment to ensure proper operating condition.

**Minimum Required Qualifications**

**MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS**

**Education and/or Experience**

• At least five years related experience is required.
• An associate degree or graduate of an accredited program for respiratory therapy is required.

**Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations**

• Registration or certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Does not include RN or LPN clinicians.
• Must possess a valid and current driver’s license and auto insurance per Apria policy. Will be required to drive personal vehicle for patient home visits.
• Hold a current RCP license in the state of practice (or states that the location covers) if that state requires an RCP license to allow the practice of respiratory therapy.
• Hold all applicable licensure in good standing for all states of practice.
• Hold a current CPR Certification.

**SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES**

• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, on the phone and electronically
• Successful completion of Apria's respiratory therapy orientation and competency evaluation program.
• Ability to multi-task effectively.

**Computer Skills**

• Basic printing/faxing/scanning
• Ability to use electronic hand held device
• Microsoft Office programs

**Language Skills**

• Bilingual (reading, writing, verbal) preferred
• English (reading, writing, verbal)

**PHYSICAL DEMANDS**

While performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his/her hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear.

The employee uses computer and telephone equipment.

Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision and distance vision.

Must be able to travel by plane and automobile (if applicable). Possible lifting of equipment up to 50 lbs.

**WORK ENVIRONMENT**

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• During off site travel events the employee may be exposed to higher noise levels requiring the use of hearing protection, with moderate potential exposure to moderate dust, chemicals, fumes and odors, as well as cryogenic and cleaning agents.
• General lighting is generally provided via florescent lighting indoors, and natural lighting outdoors, and low light conditions consistent with outdoor and/or night working environment.
• The employee is required to safely operate a motor vehicle during the day and night and in a wide range of weather and traffic conditions.
• May be required to receive vaccinations and participate in medical assessments and testing consistent with the work environment or patients exposed to.
• Will be required to use hand tools for assembly and repair, material handling equipment, cutting, carrying devices, cleanup kits or equipment.
• The physical demands and work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Will be required to wear various personal protective equipment consistent with the hazards encountered in this role.
• During off site travel events the employee may be required to ride in company delivery vehicles and accompany employees on deliveries and enter into patient homes.
• May be required to work with cryogenic fluids requiring special precautions and PPE.
• Temperature ranges from normal indoor climate-controlled environment in buildings or vehicles and various outdoor conditions and temperature extremes encountered throughout the year in a variety of US states.
• There is moderate exposure to dust, fume, mists and odors.
• The noise level in the work environment is varies based on the locations or activities proximate to which can range from low to high.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.**

**Benefits**

Comprehensive Benefits Package Offered For Eligible Employees

• Life, AD&D and Disability Insurance
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts and Healthcare Savings Accounts
• Competitive salary
• Paid Time Off, including Vacation, Personal Time, Paid Sick Leave & Paid Holidays
• Educational Assistance
• Employee Referral Reward Program
• Employee Discount Programs
• Career Advancement/ Development Opportunities
• Company Paid Employee Assistance Plan (available immediately)
• We recognize our veterans by offering a company paid day off for Veterans Day
• Ability to have early access to earned wages
• 401K Savings Plan (available immediately)

**Compensation**

• Compensation is commensurate with experience
• Annual compensation is based on a 40 hour week

**EEO Statement**

As an EOE/AA employer, Apria Healthcare is committed to providing all applicants and employees with equal access to employment opportunities, regardless of sex, race, age, color, national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, genetic information, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

**Apria Healthcare shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of protected veteran status or disability, and require affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. AA/EOE, M/F/Disability and Vet**