Respiratory Therapist or CRT or RN- Perm Full Time Arizona (Tucson)

OVERVIEW
This role combines clinical respiratory care patient education equipment management and ongoing therapy support.

• Conduct patient assessments and evaluations
• Provide education on respiratory equipment and prescribed therapies
• Set up and manage ventilators PAP therapy oxygen systems and advanced respiratory equipment
• Adjust ventilator settings according to physician orders and patient needs
• Monitor equipment performance and troubleshoot issues
• Provide ongoing patient follow up and support
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation
• Participate in on call coverage as needed
• Support training and onboarding of clinical staff

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Stable Monday through Friday schedule
• Primarily clinic-based work environment
• Limited travel compared to most field respiratory therapy roles
• Opportunity to work with advanced respiratory equipment and complex respiratory patients
• Strong balance of patient interaction and clinical autonomy

QUALIFICATIONS

• Active Respiratory Therapist license (RRT CRT or RC) or RN license required
• High school diploma or GED required
• Valid drivers license with clean driving record

Preferred

• Home healthcare experience
• Respiratory therapy experience
• DME experience
• Degree in respiratory therapy nursing or related field
• One year of related clinical experience

SKILLS

• Strong patient education and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent organization and time management
• Strong problem solving and equipment troubleshooting abilities
• Ability to manage multiple patient needs simultaneously

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Microsoft Outlook Word and Excel
• Email and electronic documentation systems
• Internet navigation and research
• Standard office and communication equipment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift and transport patient equipment up to 65 lbs
• Standing walking sitting talking and listening for extended periods
• Exposure to patient environments and potential health risks
• Must comply with N95 fit testing and respiratory protection requirements