Respiratory Technician Position Available In Miami-Dade, Florida

Respiratory Technician MedCare Infusion Services, Inc. – 3.3

Hialeah, FL Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$33.6K – $40.6K a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Medicare Mid-level Home care Organizational skills Communication skills Home & community care Full Job Description Position Overview The Respiratory technician is responsible for assisting in the provision of respiratory services and equipment to patients while operating within defined limitations, excluding BiPAP machines and ventilator management. The Respiratory technician supports the Respiratory Therapist (RT) by handling routine tasks, patient education, and basic maintenance of respiratory equipment, ensuring timely and effective service delivery. Reporting Relationship Warehouse Operations Manager Job Requirements

TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

This person must have above-average communication and prioritizing skills. Prior experience in a home care setting required. Registered, Registry eligible or equivalent training and experience Respiratory Therapist.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES & SKILLS

Requires above-average organizational skills. Proficient verbal skills are essential as communicating with clients, families, physicians, nurses, other team members, and the public is frequent. A high degree of skill in human relations is necessary, with the ability to deal constructively on a one-to-one basis with clients, families, physicians, nurses, other hospital personnel, and the public. Clerical skills are required to complete activities associated with daily operations. The Respiratory Technician must develop a thorough knowledge of all home medical equipment, with an emphasis on Respiratory equipment. In addition, knowledge of Medicare regulations and other insurance guidelines and regulations is necessary. Tact, good judgment, verbal ability, and a positive attitude are very important attributes when dealing with clients, families, physicians, nurses, and all referral sources. Responsibilities and Duties

TECHNICAL/ADM INISTRATIVE/CLINICAL

Demonstrates competence in the skills, (processes, procedures, and equipment) necessary to carry out assigned duties as identified below. Demonstrated competence in recognizing and responding to patients’ physical, mental, emotional, and developmental needs should be evaluated i n relation to the patient populations served as appropriate for each responsibility. Performs duties associated with dispensing Home Medical Equipment primary respiratory equipment for MedCare Infusion Services, Inc. Coordinates delivery of and instructs clients on the use of home medical equipment, primarily respiratory Equipment. Evaluate the client’s medical requirements and place appropriate equipment to meet the client’s needs at home. Discusses Medicare and Insurance requirements and coverage with client’s families, physicians, and other parties concerned. Obtains verbal orders from physicians and verities insurance coverage and prior authorizations for equipment and supplies. Obtains and completes initial paperwork, enters client insurance, medical, and demographic information, and charges into the computer system. Implements and changes in the course of treatment prescribed by the client’s physician. Problem-solve/troubleshoot with clients and caregivers who are experiencing problems. Initiates, schedules, and completes follow-up phone calls, assessments, and home visits for CPAP machines, and other respiratory equipment as necessary. Assesses client’s tolerance, compliance, and satisfaction regarding equipment in use as necessary. Documents findings. Acts as a l liaison between Medcare Infusion Services, Inc., caregivers, Physicians, and Home Care Nursing Providers. Completes follow-up reports when required. Ensure compliance with the organization’s Code of Conduct and all applicable laws, including HIPAA regulations for the protection of sensitive information. Physical Requirements The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions in this job description. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and sit, as well as talk and hear. Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching. The employee is required to use their hands to operate vehicles and office equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust. Frequent prolonged standing/walking.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to Friday Ability to

Commute:

Hialeah, FL 33018 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Hialeah, FL 33018: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person