Lead Respiratory Therapist - Acute Care Leader

Kettering Health; Kettering (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health Main Campus in Kettering, OH is seeking a Lead Respiratory Therapist to provide advanced clinical leadership and oversee daily respiratory care operations. This full-time role supports acute care teams and ensures high-quality patient outcomes.

Applicants should have an Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy, NBRC RRT credential, Ohio license, BLS and ACLS (or ability to obtain within 90 days), and at least 3 years of clinical experience in acute care.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program.
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist in acute care.
• Current license as a Respiratory Care Professional in the State of Ohio.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from NBRC.
• BLS and ACLS certifications, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides advanced clinical leadership and guides respiratory staff.
• Coordinates daily operations to ensure safe, effective respiratory care.
• Performs other duties as assigned and aligns with B Safe program.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical expertise

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Kettering Health Main Campus in Kettering, OH is seeking a Lead Respiratory Therapist to provide advanced clinical leadership and oversee daily respiratory care operations. This full-time role supports acute care teams and ensures high-quality patient outcomes.

Applicants should have an Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy, NBRC RRT credential, Ohio license, BLS and ACLS (or ability to obtain within 90 days), and at least 3 years of clinical experience in acute care.