Lead Respiratory Therapist

Ardent Health Services; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Tuition assistance

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Ardent Health Services is seeking a full-time, night shift Lead Respiratory Therapist in Albuquerque, NM. This role emphasizes clinical leadership, managing patient care, and training staff while ensuring compliance with safety standards.

The ideal candidate will hold an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy, possess critical care and supervisory experience, and have the required NM licensing. Join us to thrive in a people-first environment that enhances healthcare outcomes.

Qualifications

• One year of critical care experience and one year of related supervisory/lead experience in a hospital setting.
• Current NM Respiratory Care License; BLS, ACLS or National Specialty Certification.
• AARC Membership; National Specialty Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical leadership and promotes quality patient care by training and leading assigned staff.
• Collaborates with the manager in developing and revising department quality assurance policies.
• Coordinates and oversees the safe delivery of complex treatments of patients.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Quality patient care

Supervision/Management knowledge

Critical care experience

Specialty expertise

Education

Associate's Degree or Diploma from accredited Respiratory Therapy Program

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a night shift, full-time, Respiratory Therapy‑A, Lead Respiratory Therapist in Albuquerque, NM.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People‑First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well‑being.
• People‑First: We prioritize your well‑being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Lovelace Medical Center is an acute care hospital with 263 licensed beds, providing comprehensive care, including around‑the‑clock emergency care, surgical services, non‑invasive robotic spine surgery, stroke care, radiology and oncology services.

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.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Associate's 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.

Preferred Job Requirements:

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