Respiratory Therapist Lead

Job Summary

Provides Cardio-Pulmonary services to patients as prescribed by physicians. Works collaboratively with all healthcare team members toward the best outcomes for the patient and the organization. Cares for the Cardio-Pulmonary needs of complex critical patients from newborn to the adult in an independent manner.

Details of the position

• Directs patient care activities on the unit for the shift by making/adjusting staff assignments and ensures optimal patient outcomes.
• Acts as a clinical resource on procedures and standards for staff and physicians.
• Maintains staff compliance.
• Initiates investigation of incident reports when situation necessitates immediate action; otherwise refers for further evaluation/action as appropriate to Clinical Supervisor/Manager and/or Director.
• Performs essential functions of the staff Respiratory Therapist.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What you bring

• Accredited Program Required: Respiratory Care Program 2-year AMA-approved Respiratory Care Program
• Minimum of 2 years Required: Experience in acute care as a Respiratory Therapist
• Must be able to care for patients from neonate to adult independently.
• Preferred: Experience in adult ICU, Pediatrics, and Neonatal
• Required: Respiratory Care Practitioner - Oregon
• Required: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) upon hire.
• PREFERRED: PALS, ACLS and NRP are all required upon hire.
• On call coverage for department clinical support required as designated by manager/director.
• NICU Transport Lead: NRP Instructor Required.
• NPS Preferred.
• Must have been on our transport team for a minimum of 2 years.

Skills

• Proficient with MS Office applications
• Previous leadership experience (Preferred)
• Must be able to set up, operate, and troubleshoot all respiratory related equipment in a quick and efficient manner.
• Must know how all respiratory equipment operates, the limits abilities, and how the equipment effects patients.
• Must be able to quickly assess acute, critical care resident situations and respond with a decisive and appropriate course of action.

Working Conditions

• Lifting Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).
• Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.
• Ability to move around area with occasional sitting.
• Lifting (non-patient)/carrying occasionally up to 25 lbs.
• Push/Pull: 1-25 lbs. of force occasionally (i.e., moving equipment).
• Sitting/standing: Occasionally.
• Squatting/ bending/ kneeling: Occasionally.

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
• Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting or in office environment.
• Mental/Visual Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

PeaceHealth Total Rewards Package

• Full medical/dental/vision coverage
• 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions
• Paid time off
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement
• Wellness benefits
• Expanded EAP and mental health program

Equal Opportunity Employer

EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.