Respiratory Clinician - Long Island City, NY

Accendra Health, Inc.

$97K — $118K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Registered Respiratory Therapist with active NY RT license or LPN with Respiratory experience.
  • Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program or LPN with Respiratory experience.
  • Current RCP license where required by state.
  • Current CPR Certification.
  • Ability to lift and move objects weighing 10 - 50 lbs.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Proficient in mobile technology and digital documentation.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct home visits for equipment setups and follow-ups.
  • Educate patients and caregivers on equipment usage and maintenance.
  • Assess patient needs and document care delivered accurately.
  • Respond to hospital discharge requests to support patient needs.
  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals including physicians and case managers.
  • Maintain documentation using mobile devices.
  • Inspect and test respiratory care equipment for proper operation.

Benefits

  • 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.
  • Programs supporting mental, physical, and financial well-being.
Full Job Description
Why is this Respiratory Clinician role different

This role offers high autonomy with 80% field work across NYC, flexible scheduling, and strong support for hands-on patient care and education. Ideal for someone who enjoys independence, fast-paced environments, and meaningful patient interaction.

Key highlights
  • Work Arrangement: On-site; 20% office, 80% road.
  • Hours: 10 AM - 6:30 PM; flexible.
  • Work Schedule: Open to Full Time (M-F) and Part Time (2-3 per week).
  • Driving Distance: Covers roughly 80% of NYC.


Salary range
  • $47 - $57 per hour. Compensation offered may vary based on job-related factors such as experience, skills, education and location.


On-Call transparency
  • Once-a-month rotation; minimal in-person visits but paid overtime if required.


What you'll do
  • 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
  • Collaborating with physicians, case managers, and internal branch teams
  • Maintain accurate documentation using iPad/laptop
  • Set up and operate 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
  • Perform clinical assessments and tests such as pulse oximetry, ETCO2, spirometry and gathering vital signs
  • Performs other duties as required


What we look for
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist with an active NY RT license or LPN with Respiratory experience.
  • Ability to stand, lift, push and/or pull objects ranging from 10 - 50 lbs.
  • Valid driver's license
  • Comfortable using mobile technology, navigation tools, and digital documentation


Education
  • Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program or LPN with Respiratory experience.


Certificates, licenses, registrations or professional designations
  • 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


If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply.

#AccendraHealth

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.

#AccendraHealth

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