Respiratory Therapist Lead
About the role
The Respiratory Therapist Lead at RWJBarnabas Health provides therapeutic, supportive, and diagnostic respiratory services and care to all RWJBH patients. They perform basic/advanced therapeutic procedures as outlined under the scope of respiratory patient care service within the section of the policy procedure manual. They transcribe and implement physician orders, use basic oxygen advanced assessment skills and patient information to maintain awareness of patient care needs, oversee all orientees, attend all Unit specific committee meetings, and lead and participate in educational programs for Respiratory, Nursing, and Medical staff.
Responsibilities
- Perform performance improvement activities including chart reviews, statistical analysis and assigned studies.
- Demonstrate familiarity with performance improvement methods such as CQI and PDCA.
- Perform all duties and responsibilities of the CRT or RRT as appropriate.
- Lead and Participate in educational programs for Respiratory, Nursing and Medical staff as requested.
- Develop programs and attend appropriate internal and external training courses for continuing education.
- Absorb and troubleshoot equipment within the department.
- Fulfill role of Charge Therapist if assigned.
- Provide coverage for other Respiratory Care Practitioners as necessary.
- Exercises leadership and independent judgment in directing employee labor.
- Make recommendations regarding the ongoing performance evaluation of supervised staff and resulting actions (i.e. reward, discipline, discharge, etc.).
- Provide on-call coverage.
- Provide appropriate in-service to patients, family, physicians, nurses, and clinical employees.
Requirements
- Graduate of an approved school of Respiratory Care with a minimum of a diploma or A.A.S. degree in Respiratory Care (or equivalent).
- Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
- Maintain current New Jersey license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
- BLS (Basic Life Support) through the American Heart Association required.
- Minimum of two (2) years of Respiratory Care experience required.
- NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) strongly preferred.
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) strongly preferred.
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) strongly preferred.
- Proven leadership experience preferred.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an approved school of Respiratory Care with a minimum of a diploma or A.A.S. degree in Respiratory Care (or equivalent).
- Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
- Maintain current New Jersey license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
- BLS (Basic Life Support) through the American Heart Association required.
- Minimum of two (2) years of Respiratory Care experience required.
- NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) strongly preferred.
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) strongly preferred.
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) strongly preferred.
- Proven leadership experience preferred.
Skills
- Performance Improvement Activities
- Chart Reviews
- Statistical Analysis
- CQI and PDCA Methods
- Basic and Advanced Therapeutic Procedures
- Transcribing and Implementing Physician Orders
- Basic Oxygen Assessment Skills
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Leading and Participating in Educational Programs
- Developing and Attending Training Courses
- Orientation of New Staff Members
- Resource Provision to Patients, Families, Peers, Nurses, and Physicians
- Performance Evaluation of Supervised Staff
- On-Call Coverage
- Providing In-Service to Patients, Family, Physicians, Nurses, and Clinical Employees
Benefits
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support your physical, emotional, social, and financial health. This includes Paid Time Off (PTO), Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance, Retirement Plans, Short & Long Term Disability, Life & Accidental Death Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Wellness Programs, Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance), and Discounts through our partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Pay
The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.
Schedule
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