This employee performs equipment setups in a timely and professional manner.

Generally responsible for the setup of highlytechnical equipment such as ventilators, monitors, and CPAP unitsAlso responsible for providing technicalassistance with equipmentIncumbent may perform setup of all types of oxygen equipment as wellJOB FUNCTIONSProvides patient education as an intricate part of the patient care activity according to the patient need andLincare policy, frequently in patients' homesRequires use of a personal vehicle with a valid driver's licensePerforms complete and professional patient assessments in accordance with Lincare policies and proceduresMaintains current knowledge of respiratory homecare techniques and relevant respiratory therapy conceptsFollows applicable policies and procedures of the Safety & Regulatory Manual regarding General Safety, OSHA(includes the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment), DOT (driving safety), FDA, and Emergency PlanningRepresents Lincare through professional personal appearance, patient care activities, and content of writtenreportsFacilitates prescription collectionMaintains patient records in complete and organized manner in compliance with accreditation standardsWorks on-call evenings and weekends on an as scheduled basisFrequency is determined by the center size andthe number of employees available to share in the responsibilityMust respond in a timely mannerWork ExperienceLevel 1

• Familiar with equipment and services provided in the home healthcaresetting, or other patient care, RequiredLevel 2
• Minimum of two years in home healthcare, RequiredLevel 3
• Minimum of three years in home healthcareMay be involvedin training of other Healthcare Specialists, RequiredKnowledge, Skills, and Abilitiesexcellent human relations to interface with doctors, other referral sources, andpatientscomputer literateclinician authorized within scope of practice (as established by applicable state lawor if none, by the applicable national board) to provide all patient care services offered by Lincarefrom time to timeSubject to state law/regulation, RNs, LPNs, LVNs, paramedics, EMTs, and other clinicians may alsobe qualified for this positionIf applicable, based on the requirements of state, in addition to avalid state license, current National Board of Respiratory Care Credentials may also be required forCRTs and RRTs.

Subject to State requirements and management approval, on an exception basis,a person may be hired that does not meet all the above certifications and training, but practices respiratory therapy as authorized by applicable state lawLicenses and CertificationsMust have completed all training/educationrequired to obtain requisite certification,registration, and/or license described below,RequiredMust remain certified, registered, orlicensed by the applicable state and/ornational board governing clinicalpractice or as otherwise permitted by lawIn all states, CRTs and RRTs are qualifiedfor this position,Required Lincare offers employees a variety of competitive benefits that include ongoing training and advancement opportunities. Employees can also qualify for comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as paid time off, retirement savings, tuition reimbursement, and other benefits. There are also a generous employee referral program and a wide array of employee discounts to take advantage of. Lincare is an equal opportunity employer, access and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. AA/EOE, M/F/Disabled/Veterans