Lead Respiratory Therapist

Job Summary

Provides shift supervision and monitors day-to-day assessment, treatment, and services within the Respiratory department. Develops and implements the Respiratory Care Plan based upon Clinical Practice Guidelines.

What You Will Do

• Conducts respiratory assessments of patient as indicated within scope of practice.
• Administers medications to the respiratory system, and performs various clinical modalities as prescribed by physician order, in accordance with current practice.
• Manages the mechanical ventilator and appropriate monitoring devices of all patients requiring mechanical ventilation.
• Assists physicians and nurses in the management of patients receiving respiratory services; and provides for the ventilation of patients requiring ventilation support during emergency and special procedures.
• Continually monitors the effectiveness and potential adverse effects of delivered therapy to determine improvement in patient condition or prevent patient injury.
• Recognizes and reports signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect to physician(s) and Department Director and/or appropriate agency.
• Communicates clearly and provides explanation of care in a way that can be easily understood by patients and their families.
• Communicates and interacts with patients, families and others in a caring, empathetic, courteous, and respectful manner.
• Communicates effectively and works with physicians and/or other members of the interdisciplinary team in meeting patient needs.
• Takes ownership and demonstrates service excellence principles in all interactions with the patient, physician and others.
• Ensures patient's safety, dignity and privacy at all times.
• Assists Director in the maintenance and monitoring of budget and acquisition of capital equipment.
• Accurately scans and records equipment and supplies to ensure appropriate charges and inventory control.
• Actively participates in improving operational efficiency, effectiveness and achievement of established goals/performance metrics (i.e., wait times, turnaround times etc.).
• Optimizes use of supplies, equipment and services, ensuring a high level of clinical care at the lowest cost.
• Assists Director/Manager with investigation and corrective/disciplinary actions.
• Assists with interviewing, selection and evaluation of staff.
• Assists with work prioritization and assignment of staff.
• Fosters teamwork and contributes to achievement of team goals.
• Acts as a resource for co-worker's as appropriate.
• Demonstrates an understanding of and adherence to the Code of Conduct.

Qualifications

• Advanced Cardiac Life Spt must be obtained within 6 months of employment start date
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• Neonate Resuscitate must be obtained within 6 months of employment start date
• PALS Pediatric Adv Life Supt must be obtained within 6 months of employment start date
• Associate Degree(CRT-State) Certified Respiratory Therapist, or (RRT/RCP-State) Respiratory Therapist/Practitioner, or (NBRC-RRT) Registered Respiratory Therapist

Benefits

HCA Florida Osceola Hospital offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing

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