Lead Respiratory Therapist

RWJBarnabas Health; Asbury Park (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health in New Jersey is seeking a Respiratory Therapist Lead to oversee respiratory care services and support excellence in patient outcomes. You will provide advanced respiratory therapies, assess and monitor patients, and ensure adherence to evidence-based protocols.

The Lead will mentor and schedule staff, coordinate care with physicians and nurses, maintain equipment and safety standards, and contribute to quality improvement and continuous professional growth in a caring,

Qualifications

• Current license as Respiratory Therapist (RT).
• Experience leading clinical staff in a hospital setting is preferred.
• Ability to mentor and train staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee respiratory care services and ensure adherence to evidence-based protocols.
• Provide advanced respiratory therapies and monitor patients.
• Mentor and schedule staff; coordinate care with physicians and nurses.
• Maintain equipment and safety standards; support quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
• Contribute to training and orientation and foster an inclusive, collaborative culture.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Staff scheduling

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification

Tools

Ventilator management

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist Lead to oversee respiratory care services and support excellence in patient outcomes. In this role, you will provide advanced respiratory therapies, assess and monitor patients, and ensure adherence to evidence-based protocols. You will mentor and schedule staff, coordinate care with physicians and nurses, and maintain equipment and safety standards. The Lead will help drive quality improvement, support training and orientation, and contribute to an inclusive, collaborative culture focused on compassionate, patient-centered care and continuous professional growth.