Respiratory Therapist Lead

PeaceHealth is seeking a Respiratory Therapist Lead for a Full Time, 0.90 FTE, Day position.

The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $44.11 - $66.17. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

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Job Summary

Provides Cardio-Pulmonary services to patients as prescribed by physicians. Works collaboratively with all healthcare team members toward the best outcomes for the patient and the organization. Cares for the Cardio-Pulmonary needs of complex critical patients from newborn to the adult in an independent manner.

Details of the position:

• Directs patient care activities on the unit for the shift by making/adjusting staff assignments and ensures optimal patient outcomes.
• Acts as a clinical resource on procedures and standards for staff and physicians. Monitors staff compliance.
• Initiates investigation of incident reports when situation necessitates immediate action; otherwise refers for further evaluation/action as appropriate to Clinical Supervisor/Manager and/or Director.
• Performs essential functions of the staff Respiratory Therapist.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What you bring:

• Accredited Program Required: Respiratory Care Program 2-year AMA-approved Respiratory Care Program
• Minimum of 2 years Required: Experience in acute care as a Respiratory Therapist and
• Required: Must be able to care for patients from neonate to adult independently. and
• Preferred: Experience in adult ICU, Pediatrics, and Neonatal
• Required: Respiratory Care Practitioner - Oregon and
• Required: within 6 months Registered Respiratory Therapist and
• Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) upon hire.
• PALS, ACLS and NRP are all required upon hire.
• On call coverage for department clinical support required as designated by manager/director.
• NICU Transport Lead:
• NRP Instructor Required.
• NPS Preferred.
• Must have been on our transport team for a minimum of 2 years.

Skills

• Proficient with MS Office applications (Required)
• Previous leadership experience (Preferred)
• Must be able to set up, operate, and trouble shoots all respiratory related equipment in a quick and efficient manner. (Required)
• Must know how all respiratory equipment operates, the limits abilities, and how the equipment effects patients (Required)
• Must be able to quickly assess acute, critical care resident situations and respond with a decisive and appropriate course of action. (Required)

Working Conditions

Lifting

• Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).
• Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.
• Ability to move around area with occasional sitting.
• Lifting (non-patient)/carrying occasionally up to 25 lbs.
• Push/Pull: 1-25 lbs. of force occasionally (i.e., moving equipment).
• Stooping/ bending/ squatting/ kneeling occasionally.

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
• Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting or in office environment.

Mental/Visual

• Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

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