Sets up PAP equipment for patients per physician orders and insurance guidelines.  Assists patients with information and education on the use of the PAP Machine and related accessories. Sets up and provides patients with education on the use of the E0466 Home Ventilator, any type used with non-invasive interface with or without oxygen and provides respiratory equipment and education in accordance with physician orders. The employee will educate and maintain documentation requirements for billing.  Respiratory Therapists will alternate monthly visiting all patients under DCH HME care for non-invasive ventilation. 

1. Provides respiratory equipment in accordance with physician orders for care of patients of all ages, including, maternal, neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric.
2. Communicates with the patient and the physician regarding the patient’s usage and issues if any on the equipment ordered.
3. Teaches the patient and caregivers regarding the safe and effective use of equipment.
4. Delivers/picks-up equipment and supplies to patient’s home, office, hospital as assigned.
5. Performs functional tests prior to set-up and delivery of the equipment.
6. Provides education regarding the proper use and maintenance of the equipment and uses manufacturers’ service manuals and guidelines.   
7. Documents all patient education and communication.  
8. Provides services in a cost-effective manner.
9. Assists Director with equipment and supplies needed to be ordered. 
10. Insures adequate stock is available at all times.
11. Insures proper handling and cleaning of all equipment. Completes all maintenance of equipment and documents specifics.
12. Ensures documentation meets the regulatory requirements and JCAHO standards.
13. Coordinates the PI activities for services provided.
14. Communicates all patient charge information is noted for billing in patients file to ensure patient account accuracy at all times.
15. Actively participates and coordinates marketing services of the product.
16. Assists with audits and denials.
17. Home Visits with our non-invasive ventilator patients will be completed by a Respiratory Therapist at DCH HME monthly. Must have a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets the systems insurance standards. 

DCH Standards:

• Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation.
• Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues and with self.
• Performs essential job functions in a manner that ensures the safety of patients, visitors and employees.
• Identifies and reduces unsafe practices that may result in harm to patients, visitors and employees.
• Recognizes and takes appropriate action to reduce risks and hazards to promote safety for patients, visitors and employees.
• Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet.
• Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.

Must have a degree in Respiratory Therapy.  Must have a valid certification to practice Respiratory Therapy in the state of Alabama as an RRT.  Must have a valid Driver’s license and driving record that meets the DCH system’s insurance standards.  Must have BLS Healthcare Provider CPR within first 90 days of employment.  Excellent customer service and organizational skills.  Needs to be self-directed, able to prioritize and very good computer skills.  Must be able to read, write legibly, speak and comprehend English.

WORKING CONDITIONS

WORK CONTEXT

• Physical work conditions (Spend time sitting, spend time standing, exposed to human body fluids, exposed to chemicals, etc.)
• Interpersonal relationships (Deals with unpleasant people, manages stress, must be helpful, flexible, and assertive with customers, handles conflict with effective problem-solving, functions as a productive team member, must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Structural job characteristics (Importance of being accurate, work schedules, time pressure, etc.)

PHYSICAL FACTORS

• Physical Activities: walking, talking, hearing, bending, twisting, stooping, lifting, kneeling, standing, sitting, crouching, or stooping with good balance for extended periods of time, grasping, pushing, pulling, repetitive motion, using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls. 

• Requirements:
  • Light work. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

• Must be able to perform the duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Hearing and vision must be normal or corrected to within normal range.
• Physical presence onsite is essential.

OTHER JOB FACTORS

• Speed of Closure, Time Sharing, Finger Dexterity, and Speech Clarity.
• Concern for Others, Cooperation, Dependability, Initiative, Integrity, Self-Control, and Stress Tolerance.
• Independence, Relationships, and Support.