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About the Company A long-established and highly reputable home health organization (operating successfully for 7+ years) is seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) / Director of Patient Care Services (DPCS) to lead and oversee all clinical operations. This is a high-impact role responsible for ensuring clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, staff leadership, and exceptional patient care delivery across the agency. About the Role The Director of Nursing / Director of Patient Care Services is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and supervision of home health clinical services. This role ensures compliance with Medicare Conditions of Participation, ACHC standards, and state/federal regulations while driving quality outcomes and supporting agency growth. Responsibilities • Clinical Leadership & Oversight, • Provide direction, supervision, and support to all clinical staff, including RNs, LVNs, therapists, CNAs/HHAs, and clinical supervisors., • Ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care that meets clinical standards and regulatory requirements., • Oversee patient care assignments, referrals, and care coordination within the agency., • Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of clinical goals, policies, and best practices., • Regulatory & Compliance Management, • Ensure compliance with Medicare Conditions of Participation, ACHC standards, and all state/federal clinical regulations., • Maintain oversight of clinical documentation, patient records, and quality reporting., • Monitor census changes, workflow metrics, and operational indicators to proactively adjust staffing and resource allocation., • Oversee QAPI activities, including performance improvement initiatives, clinical audits, and quarterly/annual reviews., • Team Management & Development, • Directly supervise clinical supervisors and department leads; conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching., • Manage clinical staffing, hiring, onboarding, and disciplinary actions when required., • Lead ongoing education, in-service training, and competency programs for all clinical personnel., • Maintain strong communication pathways across the interdisciplinary team., • Operational Management, • Assist the Executive Director/Administrator in budget planning and operational decision-making., • Ensure proper maintenance of clinical supplies, equipment, and inventory for daily operations., • Support referral development and maintain strong relationships within the healthcare community., • Serve as Acting Administrator when needed, with full authority. Qualifications • Active RN license in California (required)., • 3–4 years of clinical management experience within a home health or related healthcare environment (home health is strongly preferred)., • 1+ year in a supervisory or administrative capacity managing multidisciplinary teams. Required Skills • Strong knowledge of:, • Medicare Conditions of Participation (CoPs), • ACHC/CHAP home health standards, • Field clinician workflows, • Home health documentation and compliance, • Proven ability to lead, direct, and develop clinical teams of 15–20 nurses and up to 70–100 staff overall., • Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills., • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and highly regulated environment. Pay range and compensation package is highly competitive

Job description: Skilled Nursing facility is hiring experienced physical therapy assistants for 13-week contracts in Carmichael, CA. Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday or Sunday- Thursday Job Responsibilities: • Patient Treatment: Directly assists patients with exercises, stretches, and activities to improve strength, balance, and mobility., • Patient Monitoring: Observes patient responses before, during, and after therapy and reports findings to the PT., • Patient Education: Teaches patients and caregivers how to perform exercises and maintain health at home., • Documentation: Records patient progress and treatment details., • Setup & Maintenance: Prepares treatment rooms and equipment and keeps them clean., • Support: Assists patients with mobility, including using assistive devices like walkers or canes. Requirements: Active CA PTA License/Certification At least 1 year of recent experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant

Description: Position Summary: The RT Vent Field Clinician is a Respiratory Therapist providing respiratory patient care to Vent patients for optimal outcomes. Provides respiratory care to patients in alternate sites in accordance with AdaptHealth’s policies and procedures. Respiratory care will be preventative, rehabilitative, and palliative in nature. The RT will utilize all the resources available within the agency and community to accomplish care objectives. This position will provide education and care to the patient and communicate with team, physicians and referral sources and other patient agencies ensuring prompt attention to patient care issues. Essential Functions and Job Responsibilities: • Utilizes various sources of information to attain greater competence about his or her position, including attending educational events (including attending optional in-services) and asking questions., • Utilizes acquired knowledge to increase his or her competencies., • Consistently demonstrates ability to adequately complete all documentation and charting procedures in compliance with company policy and procedures., • Maintains complete and accurate patient files by updating all documents per company policy and procedures., • Reviews Plan of Treatments and Care Plans to assure they are accurate and up to date., • Documents procedures including how the patient tolerated a procedure, side effects and other pertinent information., • Assists with authorization for Ventilator referrals for patients., • Shows adequate knowledge of respiratory equipment and displays ability to utilize knowledge in the clinical setting., • Displays knowledge of assessment skills and demonstrates application of clinical skills during set-ups, follow-ups, and in-services., • Participates in discharge planning of highly technical cases., • Performs clinical assessments as needed and reports results and recommendations to the referral and physician., • Participates in highly technical discharges and prepares in advance to assure the patient and caregivers have a smooth transition to the home setting., • Performs in-services to hospital staff, referrals, other professionals regarding equipment & issues of clinical nature., • Follows up with physician and referrals regarding patient status and documents accurately and in a timely manner., • Retain knowledge of and consistently adhere to procedures for the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), infection control and hazardous materials handling., • Works to promote AdaptHealth by new program development, operational backup, personal visits, coordination of educational activities, etc., • Assume on-call responsibilities during non-business hours in accordance with company policy., • Uses clinical expertise in evaluating vent patients records once a ventilator set up has been completed by the branch Respiratory Therapist., • Ensures accuracy of prescriptions and plan of care was followed and documented. Also reviews delivery tickets, home inspection, ventilator check, and patient equipment competencies are complete and documented., • Maintains proficient knowledge of ventilator patients including compliance software, new technology, units, and supplies supported by Adapthealth., • Ability to demonstrate and instruct on use of vent units and supplies. Ability to make decisions for patients based on compliance data and assessment., • Communicates with team, physicians and referral sources and other patient agencies ensuring prompt attention to patient care issues., • Maintains working knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid and other third-party payer guidelines related to ventilation., • Electronically documents patient care activity, intervention provided and all communication regarding the patient. Documentation is accurate, complete and follows company standards., • Appropriate steps taken to ensure recommendations and orders sent are acknowledged and followed up in a timely manner., • Responsible for accuracy, clarity, and timeliness of verbal and written communications as it relates to role., • Responsible for documentation that supports data collection to track and trend outcomes., • Assists in establishing clinical documentation when needed for third party reimbursement or justification., • Uses knowledge in working with referral sources to educate about best practice standards., • Works collaboratively and pro-actively with peers and other team members to resolve issues and assure optimum outcomes for patients, referral sources and staff., • Acts as a resource on practices and processes to provide appropriate guidance., • Develop and maintain working knowledge of current HME products and services offered by the company., • Maintain patient confidentiality and function within the guidelines of HIPAA., • Completes assigned compliance training and other educational programs as required., • Maintains compliant with AdaptHealth’s Compliance Program., • Experience with ventilator patients, • Competent in Ventilator, Airway Clearance, and Oxygen therapy administration and management, • Able to perform clinical assessments., • Equipment troubleshooting and maintenance skills., • Decision making skills., • Expert communication and interpersonal skills, • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects., • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail, • Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite – Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, • Solid ability to learn new technologies and possess the technical aptitude required to understand flow of data through systems as well as system interaction., • Knowledge of the regulatory requirements at the state, federal, and local level, • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form., • Associates degree from an AMA approved respiratory program,, • Valid and unrestricted RT clinical license in all states serviced by the branch., • Must be CPR certified,, • One (1) year of clinical experience as a Health Care RT, HME RT or clinical nursing with Vent experience., • Must be able to lift 50 pounds, stand, bend, stoop, and be able to sit at a computer for extended periods of time., • Must be able to perform one-man CPR., • Ability to perform repetitive movements of the upper extremities’ motions of wrists, hands, and/or fingers due to extensive computer use., • May be exposed to unsanitary conditions in some home settings., • Work environment may be stressful at times, as overall office activities and work levels fluctuate., • May be exposed to high crime areas within the service community., • Subject to long periods of sitting and exposure to computer screen., • May be exposed to hazardous materials, loud noise, extreme heat/cold, direct, or indirect contact with airborne, bloodborne, and/or other potentially infectious pathogen., • May be exposed to angry or irate customers or patients., • Must be able to drive and travel as needed., • Physical and mental ability to provide clinical assessments., • Requires travel throughout service area., • Mental ability to communicate both verbally and in writing., • Must be able to access the patient’s residence., • Ability to work outside of normal business hours., • Physical and mental ability to provide clinical assessments. 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Job Description At Habitat Health, we envision a world where older adults experience an independent and joyful aging journey in the comfort of their homes, enabled by access to comprehensive health care. Habitat Health provides personalized, coordinated clinical and social care as well as health plan coverage through the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly ("PACE") in collaboration with our leading healthcare partners, including Kaiser Permanente. Habitat Health offers a fully integrated experience that brings more good days and a sense of belonging to participants and their caregivers. We build engaged, fulfilled care teams to deliver personalized care in our centers and in the home. And we support our partners with scalable solutions to meet the health care needs and costs of aging populations. Habitat Health is growing, and we're looking for new team members who wish to join our mission of redefining aging in place. To learn more, visit . Role Scope: We are seeking an outstanding physician who is highly motivated and passionate about improving the quality of care for vulnerable adults. Under the supervision of the Medical Director, this physician will provide primary medical care to participants in the Habitat Health program, in collaboration with an Interdisciplinary Team ("IDT"). Core Responsibilities & Expectations for the Role • Creates a center experience that Participants want to spend time in, and team members love., • Establishes and honors Habitat values within the team., • Performs an initial comprehensive history and physical assessment on new enrollees, interval assessments on established participants (semi-annually, as condition necessitates or as requested), and documents appropriately in the medical record as required., • Provides ongoing and longitudinal primary care using evidence-based practice; is an active member of the IDT, communicates participant changes to team members, and participates in IDT meetings. Provides updates to the IDT on a regular basis., • Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the participant plan of care as described in PACE policy. Develops care planning goals based on the expressed wishes and preferences of participants within the context of their medical and psychosocial conditions., • Evaluates and treats participants with episodic illnesses and documents in the medical record as required by policy., • Provides, promotes, and educates participants and families on health maintenance of their chronic medical conditions and actively participates in family conferences., • Collaborates with other providers and facilitates consultations with medical specialists as indicated and oversees care rendered., • Communicates with attending physicians when participants are hospitalized or admitted to a skilled nursing facility ("SNF"). and advocates for care that is consistent with the participant's expressed wishes and values., • Coordinates discharge planning with the IDT and hospital discharge planners., • Participates in committees, work groups, and Quality Improvement activities as needed., • Participates in the coordination of the participant's 24-hour delivery of care services across settings., • Maintains current accurate documentation of diagnoses, health care services provided, coordinated, or contracted., • Promptly addresses inquiries from medical records staff and coding specialists., • Participates in a 24-hour on-call rotation with other Primary Care Providers., • Evaluates the effectiveness of the participant's plan of care and revises as appropriate., • Performs functional status evaluation and/or mental status examinations using standardized procedures., • Works as a supervising physician with the nurse practitioner or clinical nurse specialist., • Prepares and submits reports including services provided as required., • Protects privacy and maintains confidentiality of employee, participant, and other sensitive information., • Performs related duties as assigned., • MD or DO degree, • Successful completion of an ACGME residency program, • Board certified in internal medicine or family practice, • Board certification in geriatrics or additional geriatrics training or more than 3 years' experience working with frail elderly population, • Eligible to provide Medicare and MediCal services, • Unrestricted license to practice medicine in California, • Unrestricted DEA license, • Demonstrated ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team setting., • Effective interpersonal skills to work with participants, caregivers, and staff., • Ability to work sensitively and effectively with individuals of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds., • Proof of medical clearance for communicable diseases, including a TB test., • Proof of all immunizations is up to date., • Advanced certification in geriatrics and/or palliative medicine is preferred. We take into account an individual's qualifications, skillset, and experience in determining final salary. This role is eligible for medical/dental/vision insurance, short and long-term disability, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) savings, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The expected salary range for this position is $113- $146 per hour. The actual offer will be at the company's sole discretion and determined by relevant business considerations, including the final candidate's qualifications, years of experience, skillset, and geographic location. Vaccination Policy, including COVID-19 At Habitat Health, we aim to provide safe and high-quality care to our participants. To achieve this, please note that we have vaccination policies to keep both our team members and participants safe. For covid and flu, we require either proof of vaccination or declination form and required masking while in participant locations as a safe as an essential requirement of this role. Requests for reasonable accommodations due to an applicant's disability or sincerely held religious beliefs will be considered and may be granted based upon review. We also require that team members adhere to all infection control, PPE standards and vaccination requirements related to specific roles and locations as a condition of employment. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Habitat Health is an Equal Opportunity employer and committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Habitat Health applicants are considered solely based on their qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member), or other status protected by applicable law. Habitat Health is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Habitat Health will take steps to provide people with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs with reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law. Accordingly, if you require a reasonable accommodation to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us at . E-Verify Participation Notice This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. Beware of Scams and Fraud Please ensure your application is being submitted through a Habitat Health sponsored site only. Our emails will come from @habitathealth.com email addresses. If you feel that you have been the victim of a scam such as this, please report the incident to the Federal Trade Commission by selecting the 'Rip-offs and Imposter Scams' option: .

Job Description Sierra Donor Services (SDS) is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic team member to join us to save lives!! Our mission at SDS is to save lives through organ and tissue donation, and we want professionals on our team that will embrace this important work!! We want people to join our team in the role of In-house Recovery Coordinator with previous experience as a registered nurse (RN) in an ICU or critical care setting. This position will be the onsite In-house Organ Recovery Coordinator to facilitate all aspects of making organ donation happen. SUMMARY FUNCTION: The In-house Organ Recovery Coordinator is responsible for providing support for organ donation activities within the assigned facility/facilities to maximize opportunities for organ donation. Provides consistency and promotes trust in the donation process by ensuring excellent donor evaluation, management, and organ yield. The In-house Organ Recovery Coordinator works with potential donor families, hospital personnel and transplant hospitals to facilitate efficient recovery of organs and tissues for transplantation. Extensive on-call services and flexibility are required. Significant daily presence in assigned hospital is required. This position collaborates with the medical, nursing and other departments as necessary in the planning, design, implementation, evaluation and maintenance of educational and quality assurance programs related to donation. This position assists with public education and outreach projects. If you want to utilize your critical care skills with a higher level of autonomy and provide a lifeline to those waiting for an organ transplant, this is the job for you! COMPANY OVERVIEW AND MISSION Sierra Donor Services is a designated organ procurement organization (OPO) within the state of California – and is a member of the DCI Donor Services family. For over four decades, DCI Donor Services has been a leader in working to end the transplant waiting list. Our unique approach to service allows for nationwide donation, transplantation, and distribution of organs and tissues while maintaining close ties to our local communities. DCI Donor Services operates three organ procurement/tissue recovery organizations: New Mexico Donor Services, Sierra Donor Services, and Tennessee Donor Services. We also maximize the gift of life through the DCI Donor Services Tissue Bank and Sierra Donor Services Eye Bank. Our performance is measured by the way we serve donor families and recipients. To be successful in this endeavor is our ultimate mission. By mobilizing the power of people and the potential of technology, we are honored to extend the reach of each donor’s gift and share the importance of the gift of life. With the help of our employee-led strategy team, we will ensure that all communities feel welcome and safe with us because we are a model for fairness, belonging, and forward thinking. Key responsibilities this position will perform include: • Performs daily responsibilities to meet the needs of potential donors, donors, donor families, potential donor families, hospital personnel, physicians, and the OPO. Provides rapid on-site response to referrals. Primary responsibilities will occur in the assigned facility where employed. Increased donor activity, staffing shortages, etc. will require assuming responsibilities outside the primary area., • . Evaluates potential donors. Assesses potential donor families, obtains appropriate authorization for donation, conducts Medical/Social History interview, and assists donor families through identification of potential end of life decisions, attending family meetings and providing donation information as needed. Responsible for medical management of donors prior to recovery activities. Directs the placement of anatomical gifts as necessary. Provides transplant surgeons with information necessary to determine appropriate recipients. Coordinates and assists in the surgical recovery of organs and perioperative management of the donor when necessary., • Coordinates organ placement/organ allocation with transplant programs and surgeons. Provides information necessary to determine medical suitability of organs for designated recipients in accordance with regulatory guidelines including CMS, UNOS, AOPO and company policy. Coordinates with tissue services, as appropriate, to facilitate tissue recovery., • Coordinates and assists in the surgical recovery of organs and peri-operative management. Assists in arranging transportation for organ recovery teams. Coordinates surgical recovery/packaging and arranges transportation of organs for transplant and/or research. Possesses a working knowledge of pulsatile preservation. Manages all lab specimens for shipment and delivery to laboratories in accordance with established policies., • Provides support to Hospital Development Coordinator, in the assigned facility, to identify formal and informal leaders, assesses their respective roles, degree of influence and needs. Works collaboratively with these leaders and utilizes their expertise to improve and promote donation. Assists in policy and procedure development. Functions as an expert clinical resource for the hospital regarding organ and tissue donation., • Participates in decision-making programs and committees in the hospital that have an influence on organ donation, promoting donation and seeking opportunities for further collaboration. Facilitates the donation process., • Maintains high visibility by conducting rounds to all critical care units with medical teams and functioning as the designated resource within the hospital for all issues related to organ donation. Provides donor and referral follow-up to appropriate hospital staff one-on-one or by post-recovery conferences., • In partnership with the In-House Donation Specialist (when applicable), develops, provides and evaluates in-house training and in-service educational programs on all aspects of the donation process for hospital staff. Also, collects and reports donation outcome data to various levels of clinical and administrative hospital staff. Documents hospital activities, updates hospital plans, goals, and critical issues in a timely manner on a regular basis., • Performs other duties as assigned. PHYSICAL TRAITS: Talks and listens to donor families, hospital personnel, and physicians. Visually assesses donors. Reads charts and documents information. Walks, stands, and sits. Lifts and carries containers up to 70 lbs. Drives to and from donor hospitals. Must be able to stand for more than eight hours a day. Requires the ability to work under stress with numerous interruptions, distractions, and changing priorities. Must have a valid driver’s license and ready access to reliable transportation. QUALIFICATIONS: Education Required: RN/PA or related health care degree or licensure. Or OPO experience commensurate with job requirements. Experience: Minimum one to two years experience as a Donation Coordinator or Organ Recovery Coordinator. Licenses/Certifications: Valid driver license required and ability to pass MVR underwriting requirements. May be required to use privately owned vehicle during the scope of company business. Computer Skills: Working knowledge of computers and basic data entry skills required. We offer a competitive compensation package including: • Up to 176 hours of PTO your first year, • Up to 72 hours of Sick Time your first year, • Two Medical Plans (your choice of a PPO or HDHP), Dental, and Vision Coverage, • 403(b) plan with matching contribution, • Company provided term life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance, • Wellness Program, • Supplemental insurance benefits such as accident coverage and short-term disability, • Discounts on home/auto/renter/pet insurance, • Cell phone discounts through Verizon, • Cell phone stipend, • Meal Per Diems when actively on cases New employees must have their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine by their potential start date or be able to supply proof of vaccination. You will receive a confirmation e-mail upon successful submission of your application. The next step of the selection process will be to complete a video screening. Instructions to complete the video screening will be contained in the confirmation e-mail. Please note - you must complete the video screening within 5 days from submission of your application to be considered for the position. DCIDS is an EOE/AA employer – M/F/Vet/Disability.

Job Description Schedule: Part-time, 16–20 hours per week (Monday–Friday, between 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.) Position Summary The Occupational Therapist (OT) provides skilled therapeutic services to participants of the Adult Day Health Care (ADHC) program in accordance with physician orders, participant care plans, and state/federal regulations. The OT evaluates, plans, and implements individualized treatment programs designed to improve or maintain participants’ ability to perform activities of daily living (ADLs), promote independence, and enhance quality of life. The OT works as part of an interdisciplinary team to ensure holistic, person-centered care in a community-based setting. Essential Duties & Responsibilities * Assessment & Evaluation * Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations of participants referred to the ADHC program. * Assess participants’ functional status, cognitive ability, motor skills, safety awareness, and ability to perform ADLs and instrumental ADLs. * Document findings and provide recommendations to the interdisciplinary team. * Treatment Planning & Intervention * Develop and implement individualized therapy plans in collaboration with the care team, focusing on rehabilitation, maintenance, or compensatory strategies. * Provide direct therapeutic interventions, including ADL retraining, upper extremity strengthening, fine motor coordination, cognitive-perceptual retraining, energy conservation, and adaptive equipment training. * Train participants and caregivers in the safe use of adaptive devices and strategies to improve independence. * Collaboration & Interdisciplinary Support * Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to contribute to care planning and ongoing progress reviews. * Collaborate with nursing, social work, dietary, and activity staff to ensure therapy goals are integrated into daily care and programming. * Provide caregiver education and training to support carryover of therapy techniques in the home and community. * Documentation & Compliance * Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation in accordance with Medi-Cal/Medicare, Title 22 regulations, and ADHC program standards. * Ensure therapy services are delivered and billed appropriately per treatment authorization requests (TARs) and health plan requirements. * Follow all safety and infection control policies and procedures. * Professional Development & Leadership * Serve as a resource to staff regarding participant functional abilities, adaptations, and safety measures. * Stay current with best practices and regulatory requirements related to occupational therapy and adult day health services. Qualifications * Education: Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program. * Licensure/Certification: * Current California Occupational Therapy License. * Current CPR/First Aid certification. * Experience: * Minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience preferred, ideally with older adults or individuals with chronic illness, dementia, or disabilities. * Experience in a community-based or adult day health care setting preferred. * Skills: * Strong assessment, planning, and documentation skills. * Ability to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. * Knowledge of adaptive equipment and compensatory strategies to enhance independence. Working Conditions * Schedule limited to 16–20 hours per week, Monday–Friday, during center operating hours (8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.). * Work performed in a community-based adult day health care environment. * Frequent standing, bending, lifting, and assistance with participant mobility may be required. Company DescriptionKingdom Living ADHC is a Community Based Adult Day Service Center. Our goal is to prevent unnecessary institutionalization, ER visits and hospitalizations by providing a full skilled MDT. Flexible schedule.Kingdom Living ADHC is a Community Based Adult Day Service Center. Our goal is to prevent unnecessary institutionalization, ER visits and hospitalizations by providing a full skilled MDT. Flexible schedule.

Description: Position Summary: The RT Vent Field Clinician is a Respiratory Therapist providing respiratory patient care to Vent patients for optimal outcomes. Provides respiratory care to patients in alternate sites in accordance with AdaptHealth’s policies and procedures. Respiratory care will be preventative, rehabilitative, and palliative in nature. The RT will utilize all the resources available within the agency and community to accomplish care objectives. This position will provide education and care to the patient and communicate with team, physicians and referral sources and other patient agencies ensuring prompt attention to patient care issues. Essential Functions and Job Responsibilities: • Utilizes various sources of information to attain greater competence about his or her position, including attending educational events (including attending optional in-services) and asking questions., • Utilizes acquired knowledge to increase his or her competencies., • Consistently demonstrates ability to adequately complete all documentation and charting procedures in compliance with company policy and procedures., • Maintains complete and accurate patient files by updating all documents per company policy and procedures., • Reviews Plan of Treatments and Care Plans to assure they are accurate and up to date., • Documents procedures including how the patient tolerated a procedure, side effects and other pertinent information., • Assists with authorization for Ventilator referrals for patients., • Shows adequate knowledge of respiratory equipment and displays ability to utilize knowledge in the clinical setting., • Displays knowledge of assessment skills and demonstrates application of clinical skills during set-ups, follow-ups, and in-services., • Participates in discharge planning of highly technical cases., • Performs clinical assessments as needed and reports results and recommendations to the referral and physician., • Participates in highly technical discharges and prepares in advance to assure the patient and caregivers have a smooth transition to the home setting., • Performs in-services to hospital staff, referrals, other professionals regarding equipment & issues of clinical nature., • Follows up with physician and referrals regarding patient status and documents accurately and in a timely manner., • Retain knowledge of and consistently adhere to procedures for the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), infection control and hazardous materials handling., • Works to promote AdaptHealth by new program development, operational backup, personal visits, coordination of educational activities, etc., • Assume on-call responsibilities during non-business hours in accordance with company policy., • Uses clinical expertise in evaluating vent patients records once a ventilator set up has been completed by the branch Respiratory Therapist., • Ensures accuracy of prescriptions and plan of care was followed and documented. Also reviews delivery tickets, home inspection, ventilator check, and patient equipment competencies are complete and documented., • Maintains proficient knowledge of ventilator patients including compliance software, new technology, units, and supplies supported by Adapthealth., • Ability to demonstrate and instruct on use of vent units and supplies. Ability to make decisions for patients based on compliance data and assessment., • Communicates with team, physicians and referral sources and other patient agencies ensuring prompt attention to patient care issues., • Maintains working knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid and other third-party payer guidelines related to ventilation., • Electronically documents patient care activity, intervention provided and all communication regarding the patient. Documentation is accurate, complete and follows company standards., • Appropriate steps taken to ensure recommendations and orders sent are acknowledged and followed up in a timely manner., • Responsible for accuracy, clarity, and timeliness of verbal and written communications as it relates to role., • Responsible for documentation that supports data collection to track and trend outcomes., • Assists in establishing clinical documentation when needed for third party reimbursement or justification., • Uses knowledge in working with referral sources to educate about best practice standards., • Works collaboratively and pro-actively with peers and other team members to resolve issues and assure optimum outcomes for patients, referral sources and staff., • Acts as a resource on practices and processes to provide appropriate guidance., • Develop and maintain working knowledge of current HME products and services offered by the company., • Maintain patient confidentiality and function within the guidelines of HIPAA., • Completes assigned compliance training and other educational programs as required., • Maintains compliant with AdaptHealth’s Compliance Program., • Experience with ventilator patients, • Competent in Ventilator, Airway Clearance, and Oxygen therapy administration and management, • Able to perform clinical assessments., • Equipment troubleshooting and maintenance skills., • Decision making skills., • Expert communication and interpersonal skills, • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects., • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail, • Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite – Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, • Solid ability to learn new technologies and possess the technical aptitude required to understand flow of data through systems as well as system interaction., • Knowledge of the regulatory requirements at the state, federal, and local level, • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form., • Associates degree from an AMA approved respiratory program,, • Valid and unrestricted RT clinical license in all states serviced by the branch., • Must be CPR certified,, • One (1) year of clinical experience as a Health Care RT, HME RT or clinical nursing with Vent experience., • Must be able to lift 50 pounds, stand, bend, stoop, and be able to sit at a computer for extended periods of time., • Must be able to perform one-man CPR., • Ability to perform repetitive movements of the upper extremities’ motions of wrists, hands, and/or fingers due to extensive computer use., • May be exposed to unsanitary conditions in some home settings., • Work environment may be stressful at times, as overall office activities and work levels fluctuate., • May be exposed to high crime areas within the service community., • Subject to long periods of sitting and exposure to computer screen., • May be exposed to hazardous materials, loud noise, extreme heat/cold, direct, or indirect contact with airborne, bloodborne, and/or other potentially infectious pathogen., • May be exposed to angry or irate customers or patients., • Must be able to drive and travel as needed., • Physical and mental ability to provide clinical assessments., • Requires travel throughout service area., • Mental ability to communicate both verbally and in writing., • Must be able to access the patient’s residence., • Ability to work outside of normal business hours., • Physical and mental ability to provide clinical assessments. 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