Lead Respiratory Therapist

Tenet Healthcare; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Medical Network - Rock Hill Hospital seeks a Team Leader of Respiratory Therapy to oversee staff, participate in evaluations, and manage patient care planning and execution. The role requires leadership in a critical care environment and collaboration with the RT department to maintain standards.

Qualifications include a Respiratory Therapy degree, 5 years of critical care experience, CRT, and ACLS/PALS/NRP within orientation; NICU leadership experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved and accredited Respiratory Therapy program; Associate degree in Science.
• 5 years of Critical Care experience.
• CRTlicensure; BLS CPR within 7 days; ACLS, PALS, NRP within orientation.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct oversight of Respiratory staff and participate in evaluations.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate respiratory care for patients.
• Coordinate, document, and delegate patient care activities with the team.

Skills

Team leadership

Critical care knowledge

Communication

Education

Associate degree in Science (Respiratory Therapy)

Graduate of an approved Respiratory Therapy program

Job description

Overview

Piedmont Medical Network is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Piedmont Medical Network, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

***$20,000.00 Sign-On Bonus (Paid over 2 Years)***

The Team Leader will provide direct oversight over Respiratory staff and participates in evaluations and counseling sessions of Respiratory staff. Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the care given to patients at PMC requiring respiratory therapy services.

Responsibilities

• Performs and documents basic assessment. Identifies deviations for the norm based on standards. Reassesses, identifies, and prioritizes problems in accordance with the assessment.
• Standards of care initiated and utilized in accordance with the RT Department standards. Available resources are identified and utilized to achieve standards of care. Standards of care are revised in accordance with RT Department standards.
• Evaluates and modifies care based on subjective and objective patient responses. Evaluates and modifies standards of care based on achieved patient outcomes. Documentation reflects department standards.
• Identifies needs and customizes education for patients and families.
• Patient care activities are coordinated, communicated, and delegated to team members appropriately. Patient report communicated in a concise, accurate and timely manner in accordance with RT Department standards. Evaluates care provided by direct observation.
• Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Required:
  • Education: Graduate of an approved and accredited Respiratory Therapy program; Associate degree in Science
  • Experience: 5 years of Critical Care experience
  • Licensure/Certification:
    • Minimum of CRT
    • American Heart Association BLS CPR, must be obtained within 7 days of hire
    • American Heart Association ACLS, PALS, and NRP within orientation period.
• Preferred:
  • Experience:
    • Level 2 or 3 NICU experience
    • Minimum of 1 year of Team Leader/Supervisory experience
  • Licensure/Certification: RRT

Organization Description

Piedmont Medical Network has served the community of York County and beyond for more than 30 years. Piedmont Medical Network - Rock Hill Hospital is a 288-bed facility that has advanced equipment and experienced healthcare staff catering to the diverse needs of the community it serves. Services include preventive care, advanced heart and stroke care, maternity care and a Level III NICU. Piedmont Medical Network - Fort Mill Hospital opened in 2022 with 100-beds, advanced technology and a compassionate care team. The new hospital features a 24/7 Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit, Medical/Surgical Unit, and a wide array of Surgical Services and Women's Services.
Piedmont Medical Network has been recognized for its elite level of safety by being awarded the Leapfrog Groups Hospital Safety Score and the Certified Zero Harm Award by SCHA (South Carolina Hospital Association) in collaboration with South Carolinas DHEC. The Cardiac Care program at PMC provides quality care and was designated as a Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Care by BlueCross BlueShield and a Nationally Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Program by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation. At Piedmont Medical Network, you can grow your career skills and be a vital member of our team dedicated to improving the health of the community. Join our team!

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