Job Description

POSITION : Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Home Healthcare

SCHEDULE & COVERAGE

• Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Field based role with daily travel to patient homes

Coverage Area

• Searcy
• Conway
• Little Rock
• When on call RT will support all three territories

On Call Rotation

• Required participation in on call rotation
• Rotation typically every 4 weeks may increase to every 3 weeks depending on team coverage
• Includes evenings weekends and occasional holidays
• Responsible for urgent patient needs and equipment issues after hours
• Initial response handled remotely when possible with in person visits as needed

LOCATION REQUIREMENT

• Must reside within 25 miles of Searcy Arkansas

ROLE REQUIREMENT

• RRT ONLY due to VA contract requirements

OVERVIEW

• Conduct in home patient assessments
• Provide education on respiratory equipment and therapy
• Set up and adjust ventilators and oxygen therapy per physician orders
• Troubleshoot equipment issues in real time
• Provide ongoing follow up and phone support
• Participate in on call coverage
• Support training of new clinical staff

QUALIFICATIONS

• Active Respiratory Therapist license RRT or CRT required
• High school diploma or GED required
• Valid drivers license with clean driving record
• Must live within 25 miles of Searcy location

Preferred

• 1 plus year clinical or home healthcare experience
• Experience with ventilators and respiratory equipment
• Degree in respiratory therapy or related field

SKILLS

• Strong patient communication and education
• Ability to work independently in the field
• Problem solving and equipment troubleshooting
• Time management and organization

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift and transport equipment up to 65 lbs
• Daily driving and in home patient visits
• Standing walking and sitting for extended periods
• Exposure to patient environments and potential health risks
• Must comply with N95 fit testing requirements

FINAL NOTE
This is a field role with autonomy and real patient impact.
It also comes with call coverage across multiple territories. That is part of the job not a footnote.
If you want independence a company vehicle and a role where you actually control your day this one checks the boxes.

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