Supervisor, Respiratory NonExempt

Lifepoint Health • Beckley, WV

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About The Position

Plans, organizes, delineates, and supervises duties and responsibilities of all respiratory care personnel on shift assigned. Assists in the evaluation of skill and performance level of personnel, and provides training and direction as required. Performs direct patient care, particularly for critical patients. Assumes various administrative duties as assigned by the Assistant Director of Cardiopulmonary Services.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Program in Discipline - Required
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) to be obtained within 30 days.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) to be obtained within 6 months.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) to be obtained within 6 months.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) to be obtained within 6 months.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care, Inc and licensed by the State of West Virginia.
• Possess advanced knowledge of cardiopulmonary physiology and other sciences related to respiratory care and be able to demonstrate these to others.
• Minimum of two years experience as a respiratory care practitioner and/or prior experience as a respiratory care supervisor preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises duties of shift personnel.
• Performs duties of Advanced Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• Assists with management of departmental human resources.
• Assists Director, as assigned or needed.
• Keeps abreast of advances in respiratory care and supervision.
• Promotes a positive image of department and self.
• Provides age-appropriate care to all patients.

Benefits

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
• Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Educational assistance and tuition assistance for qualified applicants
• Professional development opportunities and CE assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees