Lead Respiratory Therapist

Job Summary

Responsible for assistance in the development of the department by efficient delivery of cardiopulmonary care by providing support for the Respiratory Director and assisting in leading the Respiratory team. Under medical supervision the respiratory therapist will be responsible for the delivery of cardiopulmonary services to patients in all areas of the facility. The therapist is expected to perform duties and responsibilities with only minimal or indirect supervision and must frequently make independent decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide oxygen administration
• Arterial Puncture and blood gas analysis
• Ventilator management
• Aersolized medication
• Pulse oximetery
• Chest physiotherapy
• Airway management
• Responds to Codes
• Attends high risk births
• Performs EKG's as needed
• Makes daily assignments
• Serves as immediate supervisor should the Director not be in the facility

Technical Capabilities

• Laboratory Testing & Analysis (Advanced)
• Ventilator Management (Advanced)
• Respiratory Therapeutic Procedures (Advanced)

Core Accountabilities

• Organizational Impact: Delivers projects/assignments that have a direct impact on goals/objectives of the unit/department that the job is in.
• Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Conducts extensive analysis of situations or data to resolve numerous, complex issues; may involve the input/work of others.
• Breadth of Knowledge: Has in-depth level of knowledge within a professional area and working knowledge of other areas.
• Team Interaction: May lead mid-sized projects; coaches and guides team members.

Position Qualifications

• Responsibilities:
• Certifications: LIC-Registered Respiratory Therapist - Tennessee
• Work Experience: Relevant Work Experience
• Experience Level: Less than 1 year
• Education: Graduate of an approved discipline specific program