Respiratory Therapist - Lead
Core
Provides daily guidance, shift leadership, and clinical oversight for respiratory care staff across critical care, emergency, and pulmonary units.
Role type
Lead Respiratory Therapist
Builds
Patient care delivery systems and respiratory care standards
Domain
Healthcare - Respiratory Care
Required skills
Clinical problem-solving, Staff guidance, Care process improvement, Evidence-based practice integration, Shift management, Equipment and supply oversight
Preferred skills
Specialty credentials (RRT-NPS, RRT-ACCS, FCCS, AE-C, CPFT, RPFT), Bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy or related field
Technologies
Medical equipment, Clinical documentation systems
Responsibilities
Lead huddles and manage staffing levels, Resolve complex patient care issues through collaboration, Evaluate and modify patient care systems to implement best practices, Provide expert consultation on treatment planning, Engage in clinical research and outcomes assessment, Oversee orientation and competency completion for staff
Seniority
Mid-level Lead