It’s inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing!

When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you’ll realize it’s more than a job. It’s a mission. We’re committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success!

Role:
As requested by clinical staff, the Respiratory Therapist provides respiratory therapy services to optimize pulmonary function and symptom control for patients.

Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience • Current Florida Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license • Minimum of two (2) years of respiratory therapy experience • Ability to work as needed and participate in on call schedule • Ability to work unsupervised in the field, exercising some discretion and independent judgment • Well-developed interpersonal skills: ability to problem solve with staff, while maintaining excellent working relationships • Able to communicate clearly in English (written and verbal) • Mobile Driver - Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance per Company policy • Ability to physically access any home (i.e., navigate stairs and narrow spaces, tolerate heat and lack of air conditioning) in any area the Company serves • Ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements (including, but not limited to: lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling, lift 50 pounds) of the job with or without reasonable accommodation Competencies: • Satisfactory complete competency requirements for this position. Responsibilities of all employees: • Represent the Company professionally through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients. • Comply with all state, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse. • Comply with Company policies, procedures and standard practices. • Observe Company health, safety and security practices. • Maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within the Company. • Use resources in a fiscally responsible manner. • Promote Company through participation in community and professional organizations. • Participate pro-actively in improving performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels. • Improve own professional knowledge and skill level. • Advance electronic media skills. • Support Company research and educational activities. • Share expertise with co-workers both formally and informally. • Participate in Quality Assessment Performance Improvement activities as appropriate for the position. Job Responsibilities: • Conducts respiratory evaluation of patients as requested by clinical staff. • Determines the need for utilization of respiratory equipment and supplies including BIPAP, CPAP, liquid oxygen, oxygen concentrators, nebulizers, oral and intermittent suction, continuous pulse oximetry and ventilators. • Makes recommendations for respiratory treatments and care based on patient assessment to clinical and medical staff. • Provides routine follow-up and monitoring. • Evaluates treatment effectiveness, patient compliance and safety issues, and recommend changes. • Provides education on respiratory therapy to clinical staff, medical staff and patient/caregiver education regarding respiratory equipment use and maintenance, respiratory medications and treatments, energy conservation, home safety and oxygen safety. • Prepares and maintains required documentation for each assigned patient. Completes documentation in a timely manner and distributes to the appropriate parties. • Performs other duties as assigned.

Compensation Pay Range:

$25.78 - $38.67

This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on-going compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

All Chapters Health System employees performing services for Florida affiliates are submitted through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse to verify eligibility after a conditional offer of employment is made as well as ongoing eligibility. For more information, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com/.