Home Respiratory Therapist(ND/MN) Job Opening

Home Respiratory Therapist(ND/MN)

Altru Health System

• Fargo, North Dakota
$22.87 - $28.59 an hour
Category: Respiratory Therapist

Job Summary





The Home Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing instruction, assessment, follow-up and on call services to patients using respiratory equipment, such as apnea monitors, oxygen, ventilators, etc. in the home setting. The Home Respiratory Therapist is also responsible for occasionally delivering and providing instruction to customers receiving other items of durable medical equipment. They also participate in formal, as well as informal marketing of all products and services.







Essential Job Functions

Demonstrates knowledge and capability of care and monitoring all rental equipment including tracking of inventory.


Provides initial instruction to patients regarding proper use and care of medical equipment and supplies. Responsible for intake, education, and follow-up for customers. Contacts physicians or appropriate individuals when problems or concerns develop, or for discontinuation orders.



Initiates and completes all paperwork, including admissions, education and set up. Prepares charts for daily appointments. Obtains signed orders from physician for any changes or discontinuation of orders.


Provides input and development of applicable marketing plans and participates in marketing activities.


Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.


  • Demonstrates understanding and follows infection control policies and procedures according to standard operating procedure.
  • Maintains requirements for age specific competencies for the position and demonstrates the knowledge or principles of growth and developments and the skills necessary to provide patient/customer care/services.
  • Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of and compliance with:
    • All pertinent safety, health and environmental policies, procedures and guidelines.
    • Working safely, without causing harm or risk to self, others or property.
    • The work environment safety procedures and prompt reporting of unsafe practices, procedures, accidents, injuries or other safety violations to the Leader.
    • The use of all safety equipment and personal protective equipment.



License, Certification & Registration

Title

Credentialing Body

Timeframe When Needed

Verified By




Respiratory Therapist - Registered

North Dakota State Board of Respiratory Care

Prior to Start Date

HR Primary Sources


Respiratory Therapist - Registered

Minnesota Board of Medical Practice

Within 12 Months of Start Date

HR Primary Sources


Driver's License with Acceptable Driving Record

Drivers License - Current State Licensed

Prior to Start Date

Employee Provides HR a Copy


Basic Life Support (BLS)

American Heart Assoc. or American Red Cross CPR for Prof. Rescue

Within 2 Months of Start Date

Learning Management System