Conduct home visits to perform oxygen, CPAP/BiPAP, and ventilation equipment setups and follow‑ups
Educate patients and caregivers on equipment use, cleaning, troubleshooting, and maintenance
Assess patient needs, document care delivered, and escalate concerns appropriately
Respond to hospital discharge requests and support patient needs
Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and internal branch teams
Maintain accurate documentation using iPad/laptop
Set up and operate respiratory care equipment including oxygen therapy, nebulization therapy, apnea monitoring, suctioning, PAP, and ventilation systems
Inspect and test equipment to ensure proper operating condition
Perform clinical assessments such as pulse oximetry, ETCO2, spirometry, and vital signs
Perform other duties as required
What we look for
Registered Respiratory Therapist with an active RT license
Ability to stand, lift, push, and/or pull 10-50 lbs
Valid driver's license
Comfortable using mobile technology, navigation tools, and digital documentation
Ability to hold multiple RT licenses if covering more than one state
Education
Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program
Certificates, licenses, registrations or professional designations
Current RCP or RRT license in the state(s) of practice (as required)
Current CPR Certification
All applicable licenses in good standing
If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply.
Teammate Benefits
As an Accendra Health employee, you have choices to fit your life. Our comprehensive benefits program is designed to meet you where you are - through all of life's stages. We've got you and your family covered with benefits that support your health, finances, and overall wellness.
Our benefits program includes:
Medical, dental, and vision care coverage
Paid time off plan
401(k) Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Basic life insurance
Short-and long-term disability coverage
Accident insurance
Teammate Assistance Program
Paid parental leave
Domestic partner benefits
Mental, physical, and financial well-being programs
If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply.
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Benefits
Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Paid time offFlexible scheduleParental leave
Additional Information
At Accendra Health, we understand that healthcare is complex, and we're here to make it easier. We help deliver care beyond traditional settings, making essential products and services more accessible through every stage of life. As part of the care team, our teammates play a critical role in delivering personalized, long-term care for the patients we serve.
With deep expertise promoting health outside the hospital and a presence in communities nationwide through our Apria and Byram Healthcare brands, Accendra Health does more than just deliver the essentials.
If you're interested in meaningful work with impact, explore our career opportunities and join us in our purpose of Bringing Care To Life™.
Why is this Respiratory Therapist role different
At Apria, you'll experience a unique blend of clinical autonomy, meaningful patient interaction, and supportive team collaboration. This role offers a combination of time in the branch and time in the field, allowing you to develop both patient‑facing clinical skills and strong workflow independence.
You'll provide essential respiratory care, equipment setup, patient education, and clinical support, playing a key role in ensuring safe transitions from hospital to home.
Key highlights
Hours: 9:00 - 5:30 pm. Flexible schedule; overtime as needed
Daily check‑in at the branch with flexibility based on patient needs and hospital discharges
Hybrid-style role combining branch responsibilities and field visits
Salary range
$30-$36 per hour. Compensation may vary based on job-related factors such as experience, skills, education, and location.
On‑Call transparency
On‑call rotation every 2 weeks
May include responding to urgent patient needs and hospital discharges
Owensminor · NM Albuquerque