Respiratory Clinician - Apria
BELLINGHAM, WA
About the Job
At Owens & Minor, we are a critical part of the healthcare process. As a Fortune 500 company with 350+ facilities across the US and 22,000 teammates in over 90 countries, we provide integrated technologies, products and services across the full continuum of care. Customers—and their patients—are at the heart of what we do.
Our mission is to empower our customers to advance healthcare, and our success starts with our teammates.
Owens & Minor teammate benefits include:
+ Medical, dental, and vision insurance, available on first working day
+ 401(k), eligibility after one year of service
+ Employee stock purchase plan
+ Tuition reimbursement
ABOUT THE COMPANY
_Apria Healthcare’s mission is to improve the quality of life for our patients at home. We are looking for empathetic, thoughtful, and compassionate people, to meet the needs of our patients. Already an industry leader in healthcare services, we provide home respiratory services and select medical equipment to help our patients sleep better, breathe better, heal faster, and thrive longer_
JOB SUMMARY
The Respiratory Clinician provides the treatment and management of patients with clinical needs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
+ Provides equipment and instruction to patients and/or caregivers on the proper use of respiratory equipment and/or respiratory care procedures.
+ Ensures patients and/or caregivers can effectively operate and maintain respiratory equipment. Performs physician-ordered assessments and tests such as oxygen titrations using a pulse oximeter.
+ Responsible for routine patient follow-up contacts based on individual needs.
+ May need to perform on-call duties as needed.
+ Inspects and tests equipment to ensure proper operating condition.
+ Prepares and maintains a record for each patient containing all pertinent information, care plans, physician prescriptions and follow-up documentation.
+ Responsible for accurate data entry.
+ Consults with physician and other Apria healthcare team members regarding patient treatment, medical condition, home environment, and Plan of Care.
+ Participates in ongoing education and training sessions regarding respiratory patient care.
+ Assist with patient scheduling as needed.
+ Performs other duties as required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
+ N/A
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
+ Meets company minimum standard of Background Check
Education and/or Experience
+ Graduate of an accredited clinical program is required.
+ At least one-year related experience.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations
+ Must possess a valid and current driver’s license and auto insurance per Apria policy.
+ May be required to drive personal vehicle for patient home visits.
+ Must hold an active, Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license, or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the state of practice and all states that the location covers.
+ Hold a current CPR Certification.
+ Hold all applicable licensure in good standing for all states of practice.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES
+ Successful completion of Apria's respiratory therapy orientation and competency evaluation program.
+ Customer/Patient-Focused: You start with the customer/patient and work backwards. You invest the time and energy to understand the customer’s/patients’ objectives, then tie all your activities directly to the achievement of those objectives.
+ Action-Oriented: You thrive as a self-starter who proactively senses and responds to problems and opportunities and requires minimal supervision.
+ Collaborative: You love teamwork. Your colleagues love having you on the team. You work well across functions and groups.
+ An Effective Communicator: You write and speak clearly, concisely and with a spirit of partnership. You actively inform and inspire with your messaging. You speak plainly and are transparent with your business colleagues.
+ Energetic & Passionate: Your passion and energy for health and well-being is deeply founded in your desire to help others and to be a positive role model.
+ Relationship Builder: You excel in getting people involved and building a network of contacts that allow you to multiply your influence on the organization.
Computer Skills
+ Basic skills in Excel, PowerPoint, Word
Language Skills
+ English (reading, writing, verbal) required.
+ Bilingual (reading, writing, verbal) preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his/her hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee uses computer and telephone equipment. Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision and distance vision. Must be able to travel by plane and automobile (if applicable). Possible lifting of equipment up to 50 lbs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
+ The employee is required to safely operate a motor vehicle during the day and night and in a wide range of weather and traffic conditions.
+ The noise level in the work environment is varies based on the locations or activities proximate to which can range from low to high.
+ There is moderate exposure to dust, fume, mists and odors.
+ Temperature ranges from normal indoor climate-controlled environment in buildings or vehicles and various outdoor conditions and temperature extremes encountered throughout the year in a variety of US states.
+ General lighting is generally provided via florescent lighting indoors, and natural lighting outdoors, and low light conditions consistent with outdoor and/or night working environment.
+ During off site travel events the employee may be exposed to higher noise levels requiring the use of hearing protection, with moderate potential exposure to moderate dust, chemicals, fumes and odors, as well as cryogenic and cleaning agents.
+ During off site travel events the employee may be required to ride in company delivery vehicles and accompany employees on deliveries and enter into patient homes.
+ May be required to receive vaccinations and participate in medical assessments and testing consistent with the work environment or patients exposed to.
+ Will be required to wear various personal protective equipment consistent with the hazards encountered in this role.
+ Will be required to use hand tools for assembly and repair, material handling equipment, cutting, carrying devices, cleanup kits or equipment.
+ May be required to work with cryogenic fluids requiring special precautions and PPE.
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply. This position will accept applications on an ongoing basis.
Owens & Minor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.
Owens & Minor (O&M) is a global healthcare company providing innovative products and solutions across the continuum of care. Our integrated technology, products, and services empower healthcare providers and manufacturers as they make a difference in the lives of patients every day. O&M is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia and is comprised of 17,000+ global teammates. We operate within distribution, production, customer service, and sales facilities located across the Asia Pacific region, Europe, Latin America and North America. We are proud to service healthcare industry customers in 90 countries where we do business today.
Life at O&M
When you become an Owens & Minor teammate, you’re joining a diverse, vibrant organization with a focus on excellence and integrity. Guided by our shared values—Integrity, Development, Excellence, Accountability, Listening—O&M teammates strive to deliver superior service across the continuum of healthcare. O&M is committed to creating a growth-oriented culture that values each teammate’s perspective and contributions.
Our mission is to empower our customers to advance healthcare, and our success starts with our teammates.
Owens & Minor teammate benefits include:
+ Medical, dental, and vision insurance, available on first working day
+ 401(k), eligibility after one year of service
+ Employee stock purchase plan
+ Tuition reimbursement
ABOUT THE COMPANY
_Apria Healthcare’s mission is to improve the quality of life for our patients at home. We are looking for empathetic, thoughtful, and compassionate people, to meet the needs of our patients. Already an industry leader in healthcare services, we provide home respiratory services and select medical equipment to help our patients sleep better, breathe better, heal faster, and thrive longer_
JOB SUMMARY
The Respiratory Clinician provides the treatment and management of patients with clinical needs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
+ Provides equipment and instruction to patients and/or caregivers on the proper use of respiratory equipment and/or respiratory care procedures.
+ Ensures patients and/or caregivers can effectively operate and maintain respiratory equipment. Performs physician-ordered assessments and tests such as oxygen titrations using a pulse oximeter.
+ Responsible for routine patient follow-up contacts based on individual needs.
+ May need to perform on-call duties as needed.
+ Inspects and tests equipment to ensure proper operating condition.
+ Prepares and maintains a record for each patient containing all pertinent information, care plans, physician prescriptions and follow-up documentation.
+ Responsible for accurate data entry.
+ Consults with physician and other Apria healthcare team members regarding patient treatment, medical condition, home environment, and Plan of Care.
+ Participates in ongoing education and training sessions regarding respiratory patient care.
+ Assist with patient scheduling as needed.
+ Performs other duties as required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
+ N/A
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
+ Meets company minimum standard of Background Check
Education and/or Experience
+ Graduate of an accredited clinical program is required.
+ At least one-year related experience.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations
+ Must possess a valid and current driver’s license and auto insurance per Apria policy.
+ May be required to drive personal vehicle for patient home visits.
+ Must hold an active, Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license, or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the state of practice and all states that the location covers.
+ Hold a current CPR Certification.
+ Hold all applicable licensure in good standing for all states of practice.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES
+ Successful completion of Apria's respiratory therapy orientation and competency evaluation program.
+ Customer/Patient-Focused: You start with the customer/patient and work backwards. You invest the time and energy to understand the customer’s/patients’ objectives, then tie all your activities directly to the achievement of those objectives.
+ Action-Oriented: You thrive as a self-starter who proactively senses and responds to problems and opportunities and requires minimal supervision.
+ Collaborative: You love teamwork. Your colleagues love having you on the team. You work well across functions and groups.
+ An Effective Communicator: You write and speak clearly, concisely and with a spirit of partnership. You actively inform and inspire with your messaging. You speak plainly and are transparent with your business colleagues.
+ Energetic & Passionate: Your passion and energy for health and well-being is deeply founded in your desire to help others and to be a positive role model.
+ Relationship Builder: You excel in getting people involved and building a network of contacts that allow you to multiply your influence on the organization.
Computer Skills
+ Basic skills in Excel, PowerPoint, Word
Language Skills
+ English (reading, writing, verbal) required.
+ Bilingual (reading, writing, verbal) preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his/her hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee uses computer and telephone equipment. Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision and distance vision. Must be able to travel by plane and automobile (if applicable). Possible lifting of equipment up to 50 lbs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
+ The employee is required to safely operate a motor vehicle during the day and night and in a wide range of weather and traffic conditions.
+ The noise level in the work environment is varies based on the locations or activities proximate to which can range from low to high.
+ There is moderate exposure to dust, fume, mists and odors.
+ Temperature ranges from normal indoor climate-controlled environment in buildings or vehicles and various outdoor conditions and temperature extremes encountered throughout the year in a variety of US states.
+ General lighting is generally provided via florescent lighting indoors, and natural lighting outdoors, and low light conditions consistent with outdoor and/or night working environment.
+ During off site travel events the employee may be exposed to higher noise levels requiring the use of hearing protection, with moderate potential exposure to moderate dust, chemicals, fumes and odors, as well as cryogenic and cleaning agents.
+ During off site travel events the employee may be required to ride in company delivery vehicles and accompany employees on deliveries and enter into patient homes.
+ May be required to receive vaccinations and participate in medical assessments and testing consistent with the work environment or patients exposed to.
+ Will be required to wear various personal protective equipment consistent with the hazards encountered in this role.
+ Will be required to use hand tools for assembly and repair, material handling equipment, cutting, carrying devices, cleanup kits or equipment.
+ May be required to work with cryogenic fluids requiring special precautions and PPE.
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply. This position will accept applications on an ongoing basis.
Owens & Minor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.
Owens & Minor (O&M) is a global healthcare company providing innovative products and solutions across the continuum of care. Our integrated technology, products, and services empower healthcare providers and manufacturers as they make a difference in the lives of patients every day. O&M is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia and is comprised of 17,000+ global teammates. We operate within distribution, production, customer service, and sales facilities located across the Asia Pacific region, Europe, Latin America and North America. We are proud to service healthcare industry customers in 90 countries where we do business today.
Life at O&M
When you become an Owens & Minor teammate, you’re joining a diverse, vibrant organization with a focus on excellence and integrity. Guided by our shared values—Integrity, Development, Excellence, Accountability, Listening—O&M teammates strive to deliver superior service across the continuum of healthcare. O&M is committed to creating a growth-oriented culture that values each teammate’s perspective and contributions.
Source : Apria