Clinical Specialist/Lead Pulmonary Function Technician

Cleveland Clinic

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $7,500 for external hires only. Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. As Clinical Specialist/Lead Pulmonary Function Technician, you will provide managerial and clinical leadership of your assigned team. You will also serve as a Registered Pulmonary Function Technician to support a diverse patient population, with many managing various chronic respiratory disorders, critical illnesses and related symptoms. In this role, combining your skills with a compassionate attitude and outlook can make a difference in their lives and help promote a journey toward recovery or stability. This position provides the opportunity to demonstrate your leadership abilities through peer leadership, while also gaining valuable opportunities for career advancement and growth. A caregiver in this position works days from 7:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree and three years of experience in Respiratory Therapy, including critical care or a specialty environment OR Bachelor's Degree and two years of experience
Graduate of an accredited Program of Respiratory Therapy
Current licensure as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the NBRC
Current licensure by the Ohio Respiratory Care Processional (RCP) Board
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) and/or Neonatal Pediatric Specialist (NPS)
Completion of a Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) through the American Heart Association (AHA)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree

Responsibilities

Provide clinical and managerial leadership to the Respiratory staff as designated by departmental management.
Monitor daily operations of assigned areas and act as a resource person for staff.
Assign therapist workload and adjust staffing based on patient volume.
Participate in continuous quality improvement.
Provide feedback on staff performance.
Assist with development and implementation of Respiratory Therapy Policy/Procedures/Protocols.
Act as a Respiratory Care liaison by developing/maintaining communication with the multidisciplinary care team.
Assist with developing and providing ongoing orientation/training for newly hired therapists, existing staff, nursing and LIPs.
Perform blood gas puncture and analysis (where applicable).
Perform patient education regarding treatment and care of respiratory illness/disease to patient and family (where applicable).
If designated as a Technical Consultant by the blood gas Laboratory Director, meet minimum qualifications as specified by the CLIA code of federal regulations.