• Respiratory Therapist - Per-Diem

    Heath System Services (Albany, NY)


    Elevate Patient Care While Achieving Work-Life Balance!

     

    Are you ready to step away from or supplement the high-pressure hospital environment and into a rewarding career where you can prioritize patient care and enjoy a better work-life balance?

     

    At Health System Services (HSS), we understand the challenges of the fast-paced healthcare world and offer you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact without sacrificing your personal time.

     

    Join us as a per-diem Respiratory Therapist in Albany, NY and become part of a compassionate team driven by our E.P.I.C. values—Empathy, Passion, Integrity, and Commitment.

     

    This per-diem role offers a flexible schedule, and fulfilling mix of hands-on care and patient education, helping individuals manage their respiratory health while allowing you the flexibility to focus on what matters most to you.

     

    About the Position

     

    + Set up patients on CPAP, BiPAP, and non-invasive ventilation (NHV) therapy in the home setting.

    + Conduct ventilator checks and perform oxygen titration and evaluations for patients using oxygen-conserving devices and portable oxygen concentrators (POCs).

    + Provide thorough instruction to patients on the proper use of equipment and educate them on their respiratory disease management.

    + Set up ventilators for neonatal to adult patients, perform monthly service checks, and coordinate care with local hospitals and referring providers.

    + Schedule all patient equipment setups, follow-up visits, mask refitting's, and related appointments.

    + Maintain detailed and accurate call logs, documenting all phone communications, attempted contacts, and scheduled appointments.

    + Offer comprehensive education to patients on the use of all respiratory equipment to ensure understanding and proper usage.

    + Accurately enter patient data into compliance tracking systems.

    + Monitor patient progress and proactively support efforts to improve therapy adherence and overall compliance.

     

    What We’re Looking For

     

    + Strong computer skills including Excel.

    + Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.

    + Must be detail-oriented and organized.

    + Motivated with a goal of becoming a long-term asset within the organization.

     

    Qualifications for Success

     

    + Registered Respiratory Therapist license in the corresponding state, required.

    + Experience in Respiratory, desired.

    + One year in DME, preferred.

    + Valid driver’s license.

     

    What You Get - Benefits That Go Beyond the Basics

     

    + Comprehensive Health Coverage

    + Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance to keep you and your family well.

    + Future-Ready Retirement Plan

    + 401K with 3% company contribution after one year and 1,000 hours worked

    + Time to Recharge

    + Generous PTO, Vacation and 9 Paid Holidays

    + Extra Support When You Need It

    + Short Term Disability (optional) and Company-Paid Long-Term Disability

    + Free Confidential Employee Assistance Program

    + Education That Pays Off

    + Exclusive Tuition Reimbursement Program with Niagara University - save on master's degree programs

    + Be Part of Something Bigger

    + Join an organization that values giving back through community programs

     

    Compensation

     

    + $30.00 - $60.00 per service

     

    Location

     

    + Albany, NY with travel to Queensbury, NY