This Position is for a Respiratory Therapist / Nurse with a work location in West Point, MS.

The Health Care Specialist performs equipment setups in a timely and professional manner.  This employee is generally responsible for the setup of highly technical equipment such as ventilators, monitors, and CPAP units.  The Health Care Specialist also provides technical assistance with equipment and may end up performing setup of all types of oxygen equipment as well.

Provides patient education as an intricate part of the patient care activity according to the patient's need and policy, frequently in the patient's home

Requires use of a personal vehicle with a valid driver's license 

Performs complete and professional patient assessments in accordance with policies and procedures

Maintains current knowledge of respiratory homecare techniques and relevant respiratory therapy concepts

Follows 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 Planning

Represents the company through professional personal appearance, patient care activities, and content of written reports

Facilitates prescription collection

Maintains patient records incomplete and organized manner in compliance with accreditation standards

Work on-call after hours and weekends as needed

Frequency is determined by the center size and the number of employees available to share in the responsibility

Must respond in a timely manner

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