Lead Respiratory Care Practitioner - RCP Leader

Houston Methodist; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist is seeking a Lead Respiratory Care Practitioner to lead an assigned shift/area, perform senior-level duties, and serve as liaison among management, staff, and physicians to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to standards of practice.

Responsibilities include scheduling, QA audits, staff mentoring, data collection and reporting, and leading department projects to improve outcomes. Non-exempt status applies, with focus on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Requires demonstrated leadership and ability to mentor staff.
• Must communicate clearly with patients, physicians and staff.
• English language proficiency required for essential functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead duties such as project work and specialized responsibilities.
• Organize work schedules and assign tasks for RCP staff.
• Conduct quality assurance audits and prepare department performance reports.
• Provide feedback, training and mentoring to staff and students.
• Collaborate with management, staff and physicians to ensure patient safety and quality outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

English proficiency

Critical thinking

Clinical skills

Education

Approved respiratory care education program

Tools

Hospital information systems

Job description

Houston Methodist is seeking a Lead Respiratory Care Practitioner to lead an assigned shift/area, perform senior-level duties, and serve as liaison among management, staff, and physicians to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to standards of practice.

Responsibilities include scheduling, QA audits, staff mentoring, data collection and reporting, and leading department projects to improve outcomes. Non-exempt status applies, with focus on safety and teamwork.