Lead Respiratory Therapist

OSF HealthCare; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare is seeking a Lead Respiratory Therapist in Illinois to oversee staffing and daily operations of the respiratory care department. The role ensures high-quality patient care across procedures, with leadership in policy adherence and staff development.

Requirements include an AMA-accredited Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy, 3+ years of experience (2+ in critical care), Illinois RCP licensure, NBRC credentials, BLS and ACLS within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Education: AMA Accredited Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy.
• Experience: At least three years of respiratory therapy experience with ~2 years in critical care.
• Licensure: Current Respiratory Care Practitioner license in Illinois.
• Credentials: RRT/CRT by NBRC; BLS; ACLS within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Respiratory Therapy department.
• Ensure high quality patient care compliance with hospital policies.
• Lead orientation and evaluation of staff performance.
• Promote teamwork and professional communication within the department.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Critical care

Education

AMA Accredited Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

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Expected pay for this position is $33.85 - $39.83/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY: The Lead Respiratory Therapist oversees the personnel and the daily operations of the department to assure the delivery of high quality care in all procedures and testing performed by respiratory care services. The Lead will perform, oversee and lead the mission partners performing clinical tasks. It will be the Lead’s responsibility to adhere to all policies and procedures and assure that all patient care delivered by Respiratory Care Services is in compliance with hospital standards and meets all requirements of certifying agencies. The orientation of new mission partners and the ongoing evaluation of present mission partners will be the Lead’s direct responsibility.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Graduate of an AMA Accredited Associate Degree Program in Respiratory Therapy.
• Experience: At least three years of respiratory therapy experience with approximately two years working in critical care.
• Licensure/ Certification: Current Respiratory Care Practitioner license in State of Illinois.
• Registered / Certified respiratory therapist from the National Board for Respiratory Care. American Heart BLS Certification.
• American Heart ACLS certification or become certified within 90 days of hire.
• Other skills/ knowledge: Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate effectively with staff and other healthcare members.
• Promotes team building among staff to achieve high standards of employee and patient satisfaction.
• Demonstrates leadership and professionalism through effective communication, listening, respect, and fairness.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: N/A
• Experience: N/A
• Licensure/ Certification: N/A
• Other skills/ knowledge: N/A

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.