Charge Therapist
About The Position
The Charge Therapist acts as a liaison for respiratory care in all areas of the hospital. This role is responsible for the overall operations of the shift, including scheduling adequate personnel for necessary coverage and making emergency adjustments for their shift and the oncoming shift as needed. The Charge Therapist also assists educators in the proficiency of new employees by assuring they receive adequate orientation and follow-up. All other assigned duties related to Respiratory Therapy are also part of this role, as well as participating in performance improvement activities for the department and supervising the activity of staff therapists to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the department.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program
- + 3 years of experience in Respiratory Care
- Demonstrated ability leading, engaging, motivating, and influencing staff
- BLS
- (RRT) Registered Respiratory Therapist, registered with National Board of Respiratory Care
- ACCS, NPS, RPFT, SDS, or AE-C required. Internal applicants must obtain specialty credential within 12 months of being promoted into the role.
- Effective communicator; Must read, write, and speak English fluently
- Demonstrated ability to motivate, engage, and direct staff
- Able to work irregular schedules to accommodate department and patient requirements
Responsibilities
- Attend all required in-services and educational activities
- Responsible for overall operations of the shift including scheduling adequate personnel for necessary coverage and makes emergency adjustments for his/her shift and the oncoming shift as needed
- Responsible for assisting educators in the proficiency of new employees by assuring they receive adequate orientation and follow-up
- All other assigned duties related to Respiratory Therapy
- Participates in performance improvement activities for the department
- Supervises activity of staff therapist to assure operations of department run smoothly and efficiently
Benefits
- Resilience program
- Emotional
- Physical
- Spiritual
- Financial
- Career
- Community
- On-Site Professional Counselors (EAP)
- Discounted Pharmacy Cost
- Cash Retention Bonus
- Retirement Benefits w/Employer Match
- PTO & Extended Illness
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
