Coordinator-Respiratory Therapy

Baptist • Memphis, TN

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About The Position

Provides respiratory care using critical thinking skills learned and refined through education and experience as a Respiratory Therapist. A Respiratory Clinical Coordinator (RRT) demonstrates these skills by successfully completing examinations administered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) and earning the credential RRT. Assesses and evaluates results, and implements complex methods of providing care. Participates in the delivery of care and functions as a specialty clinical resource for other caregivers. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health and healing. Monitors, prioritizes, and organizes work environment to ensure safe and efficient operations in line with Company goals. Works in collaboration with the Director to ensure all established Respiratory departmental operational/financial goals are obtained. Performs other job duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy
• 5 years of bedside experience in a hospital/critical care setting.
• RRT awarded by the NBRC
• LRRT awarded by State of TN
• BLS
• NRP
• PALS

Nice To Haves

• Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy
• 7+ years of bedside experience in a hospital/critical care setting with a minimum of 3 years experience in a department leadership role.
• RRT-NPS awarded by the NBRC
• LRRT awarded by State of TN
• BLS
• NRP
• PALS
• ACLS

Responsibilities

• Prioritizes and organizes staff workload.
• Ensures policies and procedures are properly maintained and executed.
• Provides patient and family medical education/training as needed.
• Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
• Gathers and analyzes data that aligns with the department goals set by the Respiratory Director.
• Communicates/collaborates with others in providing patient care.
• Provides clinical leadership and promotes workplace learning.
• Completes assigned goals.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree