Respiratory Therapist Lead Adult

Your Future Role At A Glance

Location: Carmel, IN

Facility: Ascension St. Vincent Carmel Hospital

Department: Respiratory Therapy Adult

Schedule: Rotating | Full-time | 6 - 6:30

How You'll Make An Impact In This Role

• Serve as a trusted technical mentor, supporting team members through active bedside collaboration and guidance to ensure seamless delivery of high-quality patient care.
• Oversee onboarding and professional development for assigned staff, evaluating growth and coaching for excellence.
• Deliver comprehensive respiratory therapy interventions in alignment with facility guidelines and annual competencies.
• Respond swiftly as a key resuscitation team member during urgent emergency code situations.

What Minimum Requirements You'll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Required Credential(s):

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• One or more of the following:

• Respiratory Care Practitioner obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

• Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree with 1 year of experience OR 5 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Additional Preferences:

• 3 years of RRT experience preferred
• Adult Critical Care experience preferred

Benefits That Help You Thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life At Ascension: Where Purpose Meets Opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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