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Apria Market Clinical Trainer in Nashville, Tennessee

At Owens & Minor, we are a critical part of the healthcare process. As a Fortune 500 company with 50+ facilities across the US and 18,000 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 30 days of employment

  • Employee stock purchase plan

  • Tuition reimbursement

  • Development opportunities to grow your career with a global company

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Apria Healthcare’s mission is to improve the quality of life for our patients at home. We are looking for empathetic, thoughtful, and compassionate people, to meet the needs of our patients. Already an industry leader in healthcare services, we provide home respiratory services and select medical equipment to help our patients sleep better, breathe better, heal faster, and thrive longer.

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for developing and enhancing the clinical skills of respiratory therapists in his/her market. Assesses the clinical skills and knowledge of new and incumbent respiratory therapists and provides additional coaching and training to address gaps. Responsible for the delivery of clinical training to respiratory therapists, both new hire and ongoing development programs. May need to tailor/adjust training to meet the unique needs of the individual and/or market. Will assist and provide input on clinical training curriculum and material for use nationally. Viewed as a leader and trusted advisor within the market.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensures respiratory therapists have the clinical skills and knowledge necessary to succeed by delivering training in small groups, large groups, or one-on-one, in either a virtual (web/phone) or in-person setting.

  • Trains new and tenured respiratory therapists on how to support Apria products and services, as well as how to use clinical tools and resources.

  • Provides feedback and recommends future training programs to Corporate Clinical Team to assist in effective clinical training development nationally.

  • Works one-on-one with respiratory therapists to assess their skills and knowledge by going on clinical calls and observing performance. Provides coaching and/or models desired behaviors to enhance employee’s understanding of concepts and techniques.

  • Provides regular feedback to local management on respiratory therapists’ performance and recommends strategies to reinforce their employees’ skills and knowledge.

  • Conducts regular follow up and focused hands-on training to respiratory therapists within assigned market.

  • Provides refresher training locally as needed.

  • Tailors training to address the unique challenges and/or opportunities within the local market.

  • Serves as market subject matter expert on new clinical initiatives and programs. Monitors and provides feedback on programs to identify and correct issues.

  • Employee must reside – and be able to travel – within the geography of his/her market’s territory.

  • Performs other duties as required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • N/A

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience

  • Graduate of an accredited program for respiratory therapy is required.

  • Education or experience equivalent to a four-year degree is required.

  • Experience on the Apria Clinical Team is preferred.

  • At least five years related industry experience in sales, training and/or clinical is required.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations

  • RT License required

  • Must possess a valid and current driver’s license and auto insurance per Apria policy. May be required to drive personal vehicle for patient home visits.

  • Registration or certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Does not include RN or LPN clinicians.

  • Hold a current RCP license in the state of practice 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.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

  • Strong business acumen to successfully work with all levels, including executive management.

  • Strong field credibility based on successful selling track record, a winning attitude, and detailed product and process knowledge.

  • Exceptional administrative and time management skills.

  • Experience and interest in coaching others.

  • Strong verbal and written communication are essential.

  • Travel within the market as needed to support the business.

Computer Skills

  • Strong working knowledge of all Apria tools and resources preferred.

Language Skills

  • English (reading, writing, verbal)

Mathematical Skills

  • Basic Math Skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is a stationary position that requires frequent sitting or standing, repetitive wrist motions, grasping, speaking, listening, close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. It also may require occasional lifting, carrying, walking, climbing, kneeling, bending/stooping, twisting, pulling/pushing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching above the shoulder. This position also may require the occasional lifting of equipment up to 50 lbs.

OTHER INFORMATION

The essential duties and responsibilities, physical requirements, and work environment described above are representative of those typically required for this position but may vary depending on staffing and business needs at specific locations. The inclusion or omission of a specific duty or physical requirement is, therefore, not determinative of whether that function is essential to a specific individual’s position. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to assist or enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform 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.

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