Respiratory Therapist

4 weeks ago

San Francisco, California, United States SSM Health Full time
Lead Respiratory Therapist Opportunity

At SSM Health, we are seeking a skilled and experienced Respiratory Care Practitioner to join our team as a lead respiratory therapist. This is a full-time position on the night shift, with a competitive salary and outstanding benefits package.

As a lead respiratory therapist, you will be responsible for assessing patients' respiratory conditions, developing and implementing treatment plans, and monitoring their progress. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients.

We value our employees and strive to create a positive and supportive work environment. We offer a generous $20,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.

Thank you for considering SSM Health as your potential employer. We look forward to the possibility of working together and making a difference in the lives of our patients.

Job Summary:

Leads assigned staff in performing activities or tasks in respiratory care.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

  • Leads or coordinates shift operations of assigned activities, resources, and/or associates.
  • Serves as a technical or clinical resource and performs similar duties with staff.
  • Assigns, monitors and reviews progress of work. Monitors and reports compliance with policies and/or procedures.
  • Oversees and evaluates orientation and training of assigned associates. May provide input in the review and evaluation of staff performance.
  • May perform the duties of a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
  • Must be able to provide initial assistance for those needing emergency intervention.
  • Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


Education:

  • Associate's degree in Respiratory Care or equivalent years of experience and education.


Experience:

  • Two years' experience


Physical Requirements:

  • Constant use of speech to share information through oral communication.
  • Constant standing and walking.
  • Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
  • Frequent sitting, reaching and keyboard use/data entry.
  • Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
  • Frequent use of smell to detect/recognize odors.
  • Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
  • Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
  • Occasional lifting/moving of patients.
  • Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
  • Occasional driving.
  • Rare crawling and running.


Required Professional License and/or Certifications:

  • Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
  • Respiratory Care Practitioner, Registered - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)


Work Shift:

Night Shift (United States of America)

Job Type:

Employee

Department:

Respiratory Therapy

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36

SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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