Lead Respiratory Therapist / RT

Ardent Health Services • Albuquerque, NM

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About The Position

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Respiratory Therapy Respiratory Therapist Lead in Albuquerque, NM. Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better. We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being. We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for. We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care. Lovelace Women's Hospital is a 53-bed advanced neonatal intensive care unit, family care unit, an award-winning breast care center and the first robotic surgery program in the state recognized as a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery by Surgical Review Corporation.

Requirements

• Associate degree or Diploma from an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program
• Supervision/Management knowledge and experience; Clinical/Specialty expertise
• One year of critical care experience and one (1) year of related supervisory/lead experience in a hospital setting
• Current NM Respiratory Care License
• BLS
• ACLS or National Specialty Certification.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field
• Certification in clinical specialty
• Three (3) years of related experience
• AARC Membership
• National Specialty Certification.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical leadership and promotes quality patient care by training and leading assigned staff.
• Collaborates with the manager and/or director in developing and revising department quality assurance, performance improvement, policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Serves as a department liaison and first line of contact with patients, providers, and staff.
• Coordinates and oversees the safe delivery of complex, non-routine treatments of patients.
• Performs facility-specific specialty procedures as required.
• Adheres to policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus of up to $10,000
• Career growth opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Paid time off
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Supportive, inclusive culture

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree