Lead Respiratory Therapist

7 days ago

Camden SC United States MUSC Full time
Job Description SummaryAssists the Director in the managing of day-to-day operation of the Respiratory Therapy department. Provides guidance, instruction, and encouragement to the Respiratory Care staff in areas such as ventilator management, physiologic monitoring, arterial blood has, cardiopulmonary resuscitation and all other therapeutic modalities. Performs the above clinical duties on a regular basis. Collaborates and cooperates with interdepartmental personnel to facilitate optimal delivery of respiratory care insuring that cost effective and safe patient care is provided to all patients. Assists in the implementation of all policies, protocols and procedures and ensures that staff education and compliance occur. Supervises pulmonary functions and maintains records of licensure and competencies. Assures that the arterial blood gas processes are maintained in accordance with all state and professional regulations. Demonstrates competency in all respiratory care modalities. Coordinates staffing according to activity and acuity.EntityMedical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)Worker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-Type---RegularCost CenterCC001435 KER - Respiratory Therapy (KMC)Pay Rate TypeHourlyPay GradeHealth-28Scheduled Weekly Hours40Work ShiftJob DescriptionJOB SUMMARYAssists the Director in the managing of day-to-day operation of the Respiratory Therapy department. Provides guidance, instruction, and encouragement to the Respiratory Care staff in areas such as ventilator management, physiologic monitoring, arterial blood has, cardiopulmonary resuscitation and all other therapeutic modalities. Performs the above clinical duties on a regular basis. Collaborates and cooperates with interdepartmental personnel to facilitate optimal delivery of respiratory care insuring that cost effective and safe patient care is provided to all patients. Assists in the implementation of all policies, protocols and procedures and ensures that staff education and compliance occur. Supervises pulmonary functions and maintains records of licensure and competencies. Assures that the arterial blood gas processes are maintained in accordance with all state and professional regulations. Demonstrates competency in all respiratory care modalities. Coordinates staffing according to activity and acuity.JOB REQUIREMENTSMinimum EducationMinimum of a 2year (Associate) degree required.Minimum Registered Respiratory Therapist certification required.Minimum Work Experience3 - 5 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist in an acute setting. Leadership/charge experience preferred.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: STANDARDAssures that shift duties/activities are coordinated and communicated with all members of the health care team and are based on individual skill level and competency.Performs respiratory therapy duties as directed. Aids staff as workload warrants.Assists with oversight of and participates in Education programs provided by Respiratory Therapy i.e. smoking cessationESSENTIAL FUCTION: DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR SUPPORTMaximizes efficient department operations for assigned shift according to staffing guidelines.Serves as clinical, problem-solving, and decision-making resource for staff during assigned shift and in director's absence.Assists with patient/family rounding as assigned.Participates in department projects and hospital committees as needed.Interviews staff and participates in selection process.Contributes to staff evaluations, corrective actions, and competency verification.Assists with staff scheduling.Assists with ordering of supplies, keeping inventory at PAR level.Assists with maintaining ISTAT department competencies, QC, and CAPS.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: EDUCATION/COMPETENCIESIdentifies department, staff, and patient learning needs.Accurately assesses staff skills required for provision of quality patient care.Assists in planning and developing in-services and continuing education programs to meet learning needs identified in PMIs, individual educational needs, new policy/procedures, PI and new equipment.Assist in maintaining and tracking clinical competencies for self and all department staff.NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSPerforms other duties as assigned.FUNTIONAL DEMANDS
  • Blood borne Pathogens ExposureWhile performing this job, occupational exposure is present for all employees
    • Physical Requirements - Physical Dexterity and Effort: Rarely Bending/Stooping: FrequentlyClimbing: OccasionallyKeyboard Data Entry: frequentlyKneeling: frequentlyLifting/moving patients: frequentlyReaching: frequentlyRepetitive Foot/leg movements: frequentlyRepetitive Hand/Arm Movements: frequentlyRunning: frequentlySitting; occasionallySquatting: frequentlyStanding: frequentlyAdditional Job DescriptionEducation: Bachelors Degree or equivalent Work Experience: 4-6 yearsIf you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with usThe Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here:

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