USAJOBS · 2 months ago
Registered Respiratory Therapist - Home Respiratory Care Program (HRCP)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$40K/yr - $117K/yrUSAJOBS is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for the Home Respiratory Care Program (HRCP) to provide essential clinical and logistical support to veterans receiving home oxygen therapy. The role involves delivering respiratory care services, educating patients and families, and managing respiratory equipment across various settings including outpatient clinics and homes.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Administer therapeutic and diagnostic procedures involving medical gases, humidification, aerosols, and cardiopulmonary medications
Provide ventilatory support, including setup, maintenance, and monitoring of life support systems and ventilator alarms
Perform bronchopulmonary drainage, breathing exercises, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
Insert and maintain airways (e.g., tracheostomies) as clinically indicated
Evaluate patients and identify when medical intervention is necessary to ensure safety
Educate patients, families, and caregivers on respiratory care techniques and equipment use
Support TeleHealth services across all care settings
Review daily routing sheets to prepare and deliver appropriate oxygen equipment and supplies
Operate a variety of vehicles (sedans, cargo vans, trucks up to 21,000 lbs.) including those with power lift gates, in compliance with JAHVA requirements
Conduct pre-trip vehicle inspections, refueling, and minor emergency repairs; maintain vehicle cleanliness and readiness
Safely load, unload, and secure equipment and oxygen cylinders using proper techniques
Maintain supply par levels and return excess equipment to stock for reissue
Follow warehousing standards for storing and stacking equipment to prevent damage or contamination
Maintain accurate documentation including travel logs, vehicle inspections, and emergency equipment checks
Process and distribute incoming and outgoing mail in accordance with VA and postal regulations
Complete all required training, including patient safety, fall prevention, fire safety, and respiratory equipment updates
Maintain current CPR/BLS certification and assist medical personnel as needed
Maintain TMS training
Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations related to respiratory care and medical equipment transport
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
Must be proficient in written and spoken English
Subject to background/security investigation
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
Must pass pre-employment physical examination
Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)
As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period (Veterans' Preference Eligible Applicants) -OR- a 2-year trial period
Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship
Basic Requirements: English Language Proficiency
Basic Requirements: Education: Successful completion of a respiratory care program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) or its successor is required
Basic Requirements: Licensure: A full, current and unrestricted license from a state to practice as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is required
Basic Requirements: Credential: A valid, current, unrestricted credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is required
Loss of Licensure, Certification or Credentials: An employee in this occupation, who fails to maintain the required certifications, RRT credential or license must be removed from the occupation
Grade Determinations: Respiratory Therapist, GS-05: Experience. None beyond the basic requirements
Grade Determinations: Registered Respiratory Therapist, GS-07: Experience, Education, Licensure -AND- Registration
Grade Determinations: Registered Respiratory Therapist, GS-09: Experience -OR-Education, -AND- Licensure and Credential
Grade Determinations: Registered Respiratory Therapist, GS-11: Experience, Licensure and Credential
Preferred
Licensed Respiratory Therapist with clinical experience in home respiratory care
Valid drivers' license and ability to meet JAHVA driving and insurance requirements
Proficient in operating and maintaining respiratory care equipment and medical vehicles
Proficient in operating all Outpatient Patient Respiratory equipment
Strong communication, documentation, and patient education skills
CRP/BLS certification required
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Company
USAJOBS
USAJOBS enables federal job seekers to access job opportunities across hundreds of federal agencies and organizations.
Founded in 1996
10001+ employees
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