Lead Registered Respiratory Therapist

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Duties may include but are not limited to:

• The incumbent will have a great deal of independence in the performance of their duties and have full responsibility to modify the workload to accomplish the assigned duties.
• Assign work by defining objectives, priorities and deadlines as well as provide guidance on the therapy assignments that do not have clear precedents.
• Perform all aspects of respiratory care including but not limited to knowledge pulmonary special procedures conducted at the bedside, bronchoscopy suite and operating room.
• Evaluate completed work for appropriateness and effectiveness in meeting goals.
• Available for unusual situations that do not have clear precedents or established policies.
• Assist staff in determining treatment options for complex patients.
• Complete new employee education and competency check-offs.
• Assist and participate in completion of yearly competencies for all staff.
• Arrange in-services for new and refreshers on existing equipment throughout the year.
• Assist with organization and staffing of all educational and staff building events.

Work Schedule: Varies

Telework: Not Available

Virtual: This is not a virtual position

Functional Statement #: PD000000

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

US Department of Veterans Affairs