Lead Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Overview Are you a results-driven leader ready to make a meaningful impact to patients, caregivers, and your community? At North Central Baptist Hospitals hospital, were seeking an innovative and experienced healthcare leader to drive excellence and inspire our team towards exceptional patient outcomes and operational success. At North Central Baptist Hospitals, We Understand That Our Greatest Asset Is Our Dedicated Team Of Professionals. That’s Why We Offer More Than a Job – We Provide a Comprehensive Benefit Package That Prioritizes Your Health, Professional Development, And Work-life Balance. The Available Plans And Programs Include: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match Generous paid time off Career development and continuing education opportunities Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance Note : Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status Job Summary FULL-TIME DAYS The Respiratory Therapist Lead coordinates assignments of Respiratory Care Staff. Provides supervision of staff in the absence of Coordinator/Director. Provides respiratory care to patients. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned. Responsibilities General Functions: Assists with directing/supervising all aspects of respiratory care to include diagnostic test of the cardio-pulmonary system according to policy and procedures under the direction of the Medical Director, Department Director/Coordinator Department/Business Unit Functions: Participates in peer interviewing Supervises, to include discipline, supports and coaches staff in absence of Coordinator/Director Responds proactively to employee needs and concerns Assists with development of staff throughout the department Facilitates consensus among divergent groups Minimizes staff turnover Provides input regarding performance for evaluations Supports competency plans Responds to emergency situations Maintains competencies to ensure compliance with all regulatory statutes Administers medication and treatments in accordance with policies Makes rounds to adequately maintain patient’s equipment, therapeutic listings Reports identified unusual patient conditions/reaction to immediate supervisor Prepares electronic documentation of all work/service rendered and provides written/verbal report to oncoming staff Performs quality control on all Respiratory Care equipment Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively Maintains safe environment Addresses patient population-specific needs Participates in Performance Improvement activities Qualifications MINIMUM EDUCATION : Graduate of an accredited AMA Respiratory Care program MINIMUM EXPERIENCE : 1 year of respiratory care clinical experience. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE : Supervisory experience REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Possession of current RCP State of Texas License, Possession of current CRT / RRT Certification from NBRC Renewal required every 5 years unless grandfathered prior to July 1, 2002) REQUIRED COURSES/COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR): BLS-Obtained through approved American Heart Association Training Center or the Military Training Network ACLS-required for Adult EMERGENT Airway Team within 6 months of hire or transfer to position NRP-required for Neonatal within 6 months of hire date or transfer into position PALS- required for PICU within 6 months of hire date or transfer into position Organization Description Baptist Health System has more than 120 years history of caring for our community and making a positive difference. Our system of care includes six full-service hospitals, a specialized childrens hospital with a dedicated pediatric emergency unit, a comprehensive cancer care network, fitness and rehabilitation centers, a physician network, imaging centers, ambulatory services and the Baptist School of Health Professions. Wherever you go in the Baptist Health System, youll find that we have the same goal to help people achieve health for life through compassionate service inspired by faith. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. #J-18808-Ljbffr Baptist Health System