Lead Respiratory Therapist, Nights
Piedmont · Newnan, GA · 5 mo ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
About the role
Supports the supervision of shift activities, and acts as the expert during his or her assigned shift.
Responsibilities
- Daily support of staffing and assignments
- Providing resource support
- Serving as a role model
- Advocates a highly efficient, accountable and collaborative team environment between staff and with physicians
- Delivers the highest standards of patient safety and quality of care
Qualifications
- Education: Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences Required
- Work Experience: 2 years Clinical experience in Respiratory Therapy. If limited NICU experience, able to ramp up basic skill set (i.e., delivery support, blood gases, equipment setup) within a defined timeframe.
- Licenses and Certifications: RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist Is a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC); has and maintains a current licensure as a Respiratory Care Professional in the state of Georgia Upon Hire Required ACLS ALS can be used in place of ACLS Required BCLS - Basic Life Support Required PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Required
Business Unit
Piedmont Newnan Hospital