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JOB SUMMARY
Assists in the treatment and management of patients with clinical needs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education and/or Experience
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Computer Skills
Language Skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education and/or Experience
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Computer Skills
Language Skills
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his/her hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee uses computer and telephone equipment. Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision and distance vision. Must be able to travel by plane and automobile (if applicable). Possible lifting of equipment up to 50 lbs.
Respiratory Therapist - Springfield, IL
Posted: 01/26/2026
2026-01-26
2026-03-15
Employment:
Direct Hire
Job Number: 4823
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
Assists in the treatment and management of patients with clinical needs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides instruction to patients and/or caregivers on the proper use of equipment and/or respiratory care procedures.
- Ensures patients and/or caregivers can effectively operate and maintain equipment. Performs clinical assessments and tests such as pulse oximetry, ETCO2, spirometry, and vital signs.
- Responsible for routine patient follow-up contacts based on individual needs.
- May need to perform on-call duties as needed.
- Provides and operates various types of respiratory care equipment including but not limited to oxygen therapy, nebulization therapy, apnea monitoring, suctioning, PAP, invasive and non-invasive ventilation.
- Inspects and tests equipment to ensure proper operating condition.
- Prepares and maintains a record for each patient containing all pertinent information, care plans, physician prescriptions and follow-up documentation.
- Responsible for accurate data entry on monitoring websites for certain respiratory equipment
- Consults with referring physician regarding patient treatment, medical condition, home environment, and Plan of Care.
- Participates in ongoing education and training sessions regarding respiratory patient care.
- Assist with patient scheduling as needed.
- Performs other duties as required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- N/A
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Meets company minimum standard of Background Check
Education and/or Experience
- Graduate of an accredited program for respiratory therapy is required.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations
- Must possess a valid and current driver’s license and auto insurance per Apria policy. Will be required to drive personal vehicle for patient home visits.
- Registration or certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Hold a current RCP license in the state of practice (or states that the location covers) if that state requires an RCP license to allow the practice of respiratory therapy.
- Hold a current CPR Certification.
- Hold all applicable licensure in good standing for all states of practice.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
- Ability to multi-task effectively.
- Ability to communicate effectively in person, on the phone and electronically
- Successful completion of Apria's respiratory therapy orientation and competency evaluation program.
Computer Skills
- Ability to use electronic hand held device
- Microsoft Office programs
- Basic printing/faxing/scanning
Language Skills
- English (reading, writing, verbal)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education and/or Experience
- At least one year related experience is preferred.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Computer Skills
Language Skills
- Bilingual (reading, writing, verbal)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his/her hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee uses computer and telephone equipment. Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision and distance vision. Must be able to travel by plane and automobile (if applicable). Possible lifting of equipment up to 50 lbs.
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