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At Owens & Minor, we are a critical part of the healthcare process. As a Fortune 500 company with 350+ facilities across the US and 22,000 teammates in over 90 countries, we provide integrated technologies, products and services across the full continuum of care. Customers—and their patients—are at the heart of what we do.

Our mission is to empower our customers to advance healthcare, and our success starts with our teammates.

Owens & Minor teammate benefits include:

+ Medical, dental, and vision insurance, available on first working day

+ 401(k), eligibility after one year of service

+ Employee stock purchase plan

+ Tuition reimbursement

JOB SUMMARY

Licensed professionals in this position are responsible for verifying prescriptions and equipment settings to ensure prescribed therapy is prepared for delivery to patients in compliance with physician orders. The role requires professional review and interpretation of relevant clinical documentation to identify contraindications and verify prescription settings, to ensure patient safety and adherence to Apria’s clinical policies.

**Onsite M-F 8a-5p** Kansas City, MO

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

+ Provides and operates PAP and BiPAP-S equipment.

+ Inspects and tests equipment to ensure proper operating condition.

+ Prepares and maintains a record for each patient, containing, physician prescriptions, sleep study reviews, identification of contraindications, verification of settings, and equipment checks, in accordance with Apria’s clinical policies.

+ Enters accurate data on vendor compliance monitoring websites for certain respiratory equipment.

+ Consults with referring physicians regarding patient treatment, medical condition, and plan of care relative to the provision of prescribed medical equipment.

+ Adheres to HIPAA guidelines.

OTHER DUTIES

+ 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, Licensed Practical Nursing or Registered Nursing is required.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations

+ Must hold an active Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license, or a Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice to conduct the essential duties and responsibilities in accordance with a physician prescription.

+ Respiratory Therapists must be registered or certified by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).

+ All required licensure maintained in good standing with issuing state licensure Board.

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 of related experience is preferred but not required

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Computer Skills

Language Skills

+ 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. Possible lifting of equipment up to 40 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

+ The noise level in the work environment is varies based on the locations or activities proximate to which can range from low to high.

+ There is moderate exposure to dust, fume, mists and odors.

+ Temperature range is normal indoor climate-controlled environment.

+ General lighting is generally provided via florescent lighting indoors, and natural lighting outdoors, and low light conditions consistent with outdoor and/or night working environment.

+ Will be required to wear various personal protective equipment consistent with the hazards encountered in this role.

+ Will be required to use hand tools for assembly and repair, material handling equipment, cutting, carrying devices, cleanup kits or equipment.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply. This position will accept applications on an ongoing basis.

Owens & Minor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.

Owens & Minor (O&M) is a global healthcare company providing innovative products and solutions across the continuum of care. Our integrated technology, products, and services empower healthcare providers and manufacturers as they make a difference in the lives of patients every day. O&M is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia and is comprised of 17,000+ global teammates. We operate within distribution, production, customer service, and sales facilities located across the Asia Pacific region, Europe, Latin America and North America. We are proud to service healthcare industry customers in 90 countries where we do business today.

Life at O&M

When you become an Owens & Minor teammate, you’re joining a diverse, vibrant organization with a focus on excellence and integrity. Guided by our shared values—Integrity, Development, Excellence, Accountability, Listening—O&M teammates strive to deliver superior service across the continuum of healthcare. O&M is committed to creating a growth-oriented culture that values each teammate’s perspective and contributions.