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BayCare Health System RESP CARE PRACTITIONER - FIELD in TAMPA, Florida
Title: RESP CARE PRACTITIONER - FIELD Location: FL-Tampa-BayCare Home Care Job Number: 206005
The Respiratory Care Practitioner is a clinical professional who services patients in their home/contracted facility by providing either clinical respiratory services or equipment management services on a scheduled visit/appointment or through on-call notification. Is responsible for completing day to day orders called into the Respiratory Therapy Department and follow up on visits for apnea monitor and or ventilator patients, in compliance with all regulatory agencies. Responsibilities include education of patient and caregivers regarding set up, use, maintenance and safety of respiratory therapy equipment in the home. Performs diagnostic testing on behalf of the physician. Communication with the patient's physician regarding clarification of orders or the patient's response to care may be required. Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Certifications and Licensures
Required CRT (Respiratory)
Required Respiratory Care Practitioner State of Florida
Required Driver's License State of Florida
Preferred RRT (Respiratory Therapy)
Education
Required High School or Equivalent
Required Associate's Respiratory Therapy
Or Technical Respiratory Therapy
Experience
Preferred 3 years Respiratory
Preferred 1 year Home Care
Specific Skills
Required Clean driving record
Required Organizational skills
Required Customer service skills
Required Knowledge of regulatory standards appropriate to position
Required Medical terminology use and understanding
Required Interpersonal skills
Required Work independently
Required Work with a team
Required Computer skills appropriate to position
Required Written and verbal communication skills
Required Critical thinking skills
Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Varies
Shift: Variable
Shift Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Weekend Work: Occasional
On Call: Yes
Employment Status: ACTIVE PRN
Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled