Respiratory Clinical Coordinator, (Full Time, Days)

St. Luke's University Health Network•Easton, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Coordinator, Respiratory Care will be responsible for staffing of the department, monitor daily workload and adjust staffing as needed. In conjunction with the Respiratory Care Manager, the Coordinator will work with clinical staff to develop systems and procedures necessary for efficient clinical operations and provide training, information and support required by employees to solve problems to enable high quality, efficient patient care.

Requirements

Registered Respiratory Therapist in the state of Pennsylvania.
Valid license to practice respiratory care in the state of PA.
BLS, ACLS, PALS required.
NRP certification required for campuses that have a NICU.
Five years previous experience as a Respiratory Therapist.
Knowledge of clinical settings, program development and evaluation.
Strong oral and written communication skill/ excellent leadership skills and a willingness to lead by example.

Nice To Haves

Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides staff with the necessary training, information and support to solve problems and improve operations at the staff level.
Coordinate the daily operations of the department, troubleshooting and resolving issues as they occur.
Assist with scheduling, coaching, training, hiring and yearly performance assessment.
Demonstrates competency in the assessment, range of treatment, knowledge of growth and development and communication appropriate to the age of the patient treated.
Perform as a role model and consistently demonstrate an advanced level of expertise and enhanced communication skills.
Provides direct patient care 80% of time.
Will be the first contact person for staff of all disciplines in the absence of the Respiratory Care Manager.
Maintains a high level of knowledge related to the department and seeks opportunities to enhance professional growth.
Recommends process improvement initiatives to the Respiratory Manager and assists staff in implementation of these initiatives.
Builds effective relationships across work groups by treating fellow employees with courtesy, respect and inclusiveness; maintains a positive attitude and takes responsibility for assignments.