Respiratory Therapist (PRN)

Westaff is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (PRN) for a local healthcare company in Butte, MT! Schedule: Perm Part-Time (AP) . Pay: $5.00 - $100.00 per service. **Will cover BOTH locations - Bozeman-Butte area 4 vent patients that need to be serviced by a clinician at both locations for a total of 8 vent patients Essential Duties and Responsibilities Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. Maintains a complete listing of all current respiratory patients Provides initial and ongoing phone contacts with all respiratory patients per Rotech policy and procedure Provides in-home visits to patients per Rotech’s policy and procedure Conducts patient assessment per Rotech’s policy and procedure and the physician’s order Patient assessment may include but is not limited to: Verbal assessment (e.g., patient history, symptom review, etc.) Physical assessment (e.g., lung auscultation, blood pressure, etc.) Diagnostics (e.g., spirometry, oximetry, sleep studies) Provides patient education as applicable. Education may include but is not limited to: Respiratory equipment use and maintenance Physician’s prescription for equipment Importance of compliance with physician’s prescription Benefits of therapy Potential consequences of noncompliance Potential adverse reactions/side effects from therapy Sets up all highly technical respiratory equipment including but not limited to: Invasive Ventilator Noninvasive Ventilator Infant Monitors Other high-tech respiratory equipment as defined by scope of service at the branch (e.g., cough assist, negative pressure ventilation, IPPB, etc.) Monitors ongoing function of highly technical respiratory equipment including but not limited to: Invasive Ventilator Noninvasive Ventilator Infant Monitors Other high-tech respiratory equipment as defined by scope of service at the branch (e.g., cough assist, negative pressure ventilation, IPPB, etc.) Maintains documentation of all services provided and all work performed per Rotech’s policies and procedures Assumes on-call responsibilities for phone consultations during non-business hours as outlined by Rotech’s policy Supports orientation and training of other personnel at the direction of the Area Manager Performs other duties as required by state licensure law Performs other duties and responsibilities as defined by the Area Manager Qualifications: Employment is contingent on Background investigation (company-wide) Drug screen (when applicable for the position) Valid driver’s license in state of residence with a clean driving record (when applicable for the position) Required Education and/or Experience High school diploma or GED equivalent, required Credentials as a respiratory therapist, Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) is preferred but other medical credentials may be acceptable (e.g., RN, LPN, LPV) depending upon state licensure laws Must be licensed in primary state of home office as required by state law and provide a copy of license to the location May be required to obtain license in neighboring states as required by service area of location Preferred Education and/or Experience Completion of an accredited program/degree in respiratory care preferred Nursing or other paramedical training may be acceptable depending upon state licensure laws Home respiratory care experience is preferred Degree in respiratory therapy or related science is preferred One year of related work experience, preferred Skills and Competencies Accurately perform simple mathematical calculations Effectively communicate in English; both oral and written Interpret a variety of communications (verbal, non-verbal, written, listening and visual) Maintain confidentiality, discretion and caution when handling sensitive information Multi-task along with attention to detail Self-motivation, organized, time-management and deductive problem solving skills Work independently and as part of a team Machines, Equipment and Technical Abilities Email transmission and communication Internet navigation and research Microsoft applications; Outlook, Word and Excel Office equipment; fax machine, copier, printer, phone and computer and/or tablet Physical Demands Lift and carry office equipment at times Requires close vision to small print on computer and/or tablet and paperwork Requires contact with patients and equipment with potential exposure to contagious pathogens Requires occasional lifting and transporting of patient equipment Requires sitting, walking, standing, talking and listening Required to comply with Rotech Respiratory Protection & N95 Mask Fit Testing Policy Medical Evaluation and Fit Testing Compliance in a timely manner Annual Recertification Keep face clean-shaven to ensure N95 Mask face-seal protection per OSHA guidelines Don’t miss out- apply TODAY for our Respiratory Therapist Paid Per Service (internal) / Respiratory Therapist (external) Position in Butte, MT! Veterans & Military encouraged to apply