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Atlantic Health System is seeking a full time Respiratory Therapists for their At Home Medical Unit in Morris Plains. The position will be working from 8:30am - 5pm , every other weekend and occasional on call.

• To provide respiratory care to patients as ordered by physician, according to established standards and practices.
• Assess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement care plans, and maintain medical records.
• Administer care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients.
• May advise patients on health maintenance and disease prevention or provide case management.
• Complete client care assignments as prescribed by ordering physician.
• Participate in the coordination of client discharge process.
• Attend and participate in company meetings and in-services.
• Educate clients and caregivers in the areas of equipment operation, cleaning, troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Perform client and equipment evaluations as required.
• Maintain good infection control procedures.
• As per company policies and procedures, check and maintain respiratory equipment before patient setup.
• Contact physicians and supervisor with any discrepancies in client care.
• Complete documentation of care and services in a timely manner as per company's policies.
• Perform other job related duties as deemed necessary by management.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Knowledgeable regarding homecare services and third party reimbursement
• Excellent communication, documentation, customer service, organizational, prioritizing, and critical thinking skills
• Clean driving record

Minimum Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

Education:

• Associate of Science degree from an accredited respiratory therapist program
• Bachelor's Degree, highly preferred

Relevant Experience:

• 1-3 years of prior experience preferred

Atlantic Health System aims to deliver the highest quality, safety and care combined with the best experience for our patients and their families. We are confident that you will find success within Atlantic Health System, which has been named for the 14th year in a row to Fortune's 'Top 100 Best U.S. Companies to Work For' list. We believe you will find that our culture of collaboration and care exemplifies the value we place on our patients, their families, and our employees.

Atlantic Health System, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.

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