About this role
Northeast Baptist Hospital Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients. At Northeast Baptist Hospital, 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
This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus
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.
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
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 #LI-JH5