Lead Respiratory Therapist

MyMichigan Health • Gladwin Township, MI

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Assists the Respiratory department to assure therapy performance is kept with the standards and the specific requirements of the JCAHO and MDPH. Assists with staffing and scheduling. Remains abreast of new procedures, legislation, equipment, work methods and is responsible for maintenance of equipment & does minor repairs. Performs others duties as assigned. Understands the special needs and demonstrates competence in treating patients of all ages. Is sensitive to the different social, cultural, religious, and interpersonal needs of each age group.

Requirements

• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
• BLS - Basic Life Support
• FINGERPRIN - Fingerprinting
• NBRC - National Brd Respiratory Care
• RRT - Reg Respiratory Therapist
• RT - Licensed Respiratory Therapist
• TEAM ADVANCED - Techniques for Effective Aggression Mgt
• Excellent observation, verbal and written skills.
• Able to work in a fast pace environment, multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Effective interpersonal skills with strong focus on customer service.
• Mandatory tuberculosis (TB) test must be done annually.
• Mandatory Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) training must be completed annually according to the Exposure Control Plan.
• Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, as well as, trauma, grief and death.
• Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.
• Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description.
• Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted device(s).
• Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time. May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching.
• Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material. Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.
• Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.

Nice To Haves

• NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation
• PALS - Ped Advance Life Support
• 2-5 years management experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Assists the manager in supervising the respiratory therapists and provides direct patient care services.
• Assists duties affecting operations of the department Assists scheduling and staffing. Assists with inventory/supply ordering. Recommends new services and/or equipment. Assists with interviews and evaluating personnel. Regularly attends departmental staff meetings and assists with inservicing of staff Conducts meetings in the absence of the supervisor.
• Assists with problems between staff physicians, nursing personnel, department staff and Director of the department (includes, but not limited to morale, work methods, discipline).
• Assists with the PI program for all areas of the department. Consults on and suggests revisions and updates to policies and procedures as needed.
• Keeps abreast of new procedures, legislation, equipment, procedures and is responsible for maintenance of equipment.
• Functions as a tech as needed.
• Provides education and support on all equipment to staff, families, and physicians as needed.
• Employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft® Windows.
• An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health.

What This Job Offers

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