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Lincare
Kenton, Tennessee

Respiratory Therapist / Nurse

Respiratory Therapist Above average in Respiratory TherapyFull-Time

Compensation

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Includes call
Weekends
Includes weekends
Posted 57m ago · Verified live

Job Description

Lincare is currently seeking a Respiratory Therapist / Nurse to join a growing
team.  This employee is responsible for the setup of home medical equipment,
including ventilators, monitors, CPAP/BiPAP units, and/or other related
equipment.  The employee will also educate and train patients on the proper
usage of prescribed equipment.

* Comprehensive benefits package with flexible options to fit individual needs
* An inclusive, open, and friendly environment focused on associates and their
success
* Ample training and development opportunities that foster personal and
professional growth

Job Responsibilities

* Set up, operate, and provide education on home medical equipment that
includes, but is not limited to CPAP/BiPAP machines, nebulizers, oxygen
concentrators, and/or mechanical ventilators
* Inspect, test, and adjust home medical equipment to ensure it is functioning
safely and efficiently
* Review prescription and patient information to assess condition and determine
suitable treatment administration, compatible with physician orders
* Maintain patient records in a complete and organized manner in compliance
with accreditation standards
* Maintain current knowledge of respiratory homecare techniques and relevant
respiratory therapy concepts
* Work on-call after hours and weekends as needed
* Frequency is determined by center size and number of employees available to
share

Qualifications

Qualifications

* In all states CRTs and RRTs are qualified for this position
* Subject to state law/regulation, RNs, LPNs, LVNs, paramedics, EMTs, and
other clinicians may also be qualified for this position
* Must remain certified, registered, or licensed by the applicable state and/or
national board governing clinical practice or as otherwise permitted by law
* Must have reliable personal vehicle to visit patients throughout assigned
territory
* Mileage reimbursement is provided
* Must maintain a valid driver's license and auto insurance in state of
residence, per company policy
* In-depth knowledge of pulmonary function and pulmonary rehabilitation
* Strong verbal and written communication skills
* Must be computer literate with working knowledge of Microsoft Office
applications

Physical Demands

* The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and
occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Lincare offers employees a variety of competitive benefits that include ongoing
training and advancement opportunities. Employees can also qualify for
comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as paid time off,
retirement savings, tuition reimbursement, and other benefits. There are also a
generous employee referral program and a wide array of employee discounts to
take advantage of.

Key Responsibilities

The employee is responsible for setting up, testing, and maintaining home medical equipment such as ventilators and CPAP/BiPAP units. They also provide essential education and training to patients regarding the proper usage of their prescribed respiratory equipment.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Patient educationVentilator operationCPAP/BiPAP setupNebulizer operationOxygen concentrator maintenanceClinical documentation

Respiratory Therapy Career Context

Of the 50 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 82% have no call, 58% require no weekends.

Respiratory Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

4.2/10 work-life score · Above average in Respiratory Therapy — ranked against 3,479 active roles in this specialty

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks13 jobs

401k / retirement match
77% this job
CME allowance
23%
Sign-on bonus
8%
Loan repayment
8%
Relocation assistance
8%

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Work-life snapshot

4.2/ 10
Listing-based score

Above average in Respiratory Therapy

A signal to investigate—not a guarantee about the workplace.

  • Includes call
  • Includes weekends
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About Lincare

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Clearwater, Florida
5,001-10,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive benefits package with flexible options
Inclusive, open, and friendly environment
Ample training and development opportunities
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off
Retirement savings
Tuition reimbursement
Employee referral program