Respiratory Therapist - Placid St. Las Vegas, NV - Full-time / Part-time

Southwest Medical Associates (SMA) is a multi-specialty group of physicians, Nurse Practitioners, and Physician Assistants consisting of over 300 providers, 21 medical health centers including six urgent care clinics, four convenient care centers, two lifestyle centers catering to older adults, an outpatient surgery center, plus E-visits and online options via Now Clinic telemedicine technology.  SMA offers patients compassion, innovation, and quality care throughout southern Nevada.  SMA is headquartered in the greater Las Vegas, NV area. 

As the Respiratory Therapist you are responsible for overseeing and participating in day to day clinical care of patients.  Employees are involved in direct patient care in-home and face to face.  You will be required to drive around the Las Vegas area as well as work on-call every other week.
 
Primary Responsibilities:


Responsible for delivery and set-up of DME equipment, responsible for training of patient/caregiver regarding equipment use

Responsible for the clinical management of clinical respiratory patients

Completes all clinical documentation including clinical notes, patient care plans and all associated documentation in a complete and timely manner

Communicates effectively and efficiently with physicians and healthcare providers to facilitate healthcare delivery

Participates in marketing efforts

Adheres to OSHA guidelines and infection control procedures regarding blood borne pathogens

Participates in on-call as required

Participates in company meetings

Assists in the resolution of operational issues in coordination with management

Assists in facilitating excellent customer service

Required Qualifications:



3+ years as a Respiratory Therapist with 2+ years in the Home Health industry as a Respiratory Therapist

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Nevada state license to practice respiratory care

Must be CPR certified and have a current Nevada driver's license

Good interpersonal skills, effective verbal and written communication skills

Must demonstrate knowledge of or ability to learn and apply to job functions, those state, and federal regulations applicable to the operating unit as well as clinical competence and superior knowledge of medical equipment and clinical protocols
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