Role Overview: The Respiratory Therapist Lead oversees daily shift operations, ensuring safe and effective patient care through independent judgment. They serve as a clinical resource, support staff, and facilitate communication among interdisciplinary teams. Responsibilities include patient assignments, staff evaluation, equipment management, and promoting quality improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead shift activities, analyze patient needs, and assign staff accordingly.
- Support onboarding, training, and competency assessments for staff and students.
- Monitor equipment functionality and inventory to ensure optimal resource availability.
- Provide direct patient care and assist with complex cases as needed.
- Participate in quality improvement, safety, and customer service initiatives.
- Evaluate staff performance and contribute to staff development and performance reviews.
- Maintain current knowledge of clinical practices and promote process improvements.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy (Bachelor’s preferred).
- Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, NBRC-RRT, RCP.
- Minimum of two years of clinical experience in critical care areas.
- Strong leadership, communication, and clinical skills.
- Ability to manage resources, support staff, and ensure compliance with policies.
Additional Duties: Support process improvement, participate in committee activities, and ensure adherence to policies and standards. The role requires a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care, safety, and team collaboration.