Lead Respiratory Therapist-ECMO Specialist- $15k Sign on Bonus
Core
Lead a respiratory care team and provide expert clinical management for patients on Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) systems.
Role type
Lead Registered Respiratory Therapist (ECMO Specialist)
Builds
Clinical care for patients with cardiopulmonary deficiencies using ECMO and respiratory equipment
Domain
Healthcare / Critical Care / Respiratory Therapy
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
ECMO system management, blood pump and oxygenator operation, acid-base balance maintenance, anticoagulation management, staff supervision, shift leadership, respiratory equipment setup and monitoring
Preferred skills
Prior lead or supervisory experience, Bachelor's or Master's degree, ELSO approved ECMO specialist course completion, Adult Critical Care Specialty (ACCS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Technologies
ECMO systems, blood pumps, artificial oxygenators, respiratory equipment
Responsibilities
Provide clinical service and oversight for ECMO patients including medication delivery and anticoagulation maintenance; lead shift personnel and act as administrative point of contact; conduct daily huddles and monitor patient conditions; assist in developing clinical protocols and training new staff; participate in quality improvement initiatives and staff education
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with supervisory duties