Lead Respiratory Therapist – Clinical Ops & Team Training

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 91,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lead Registered Respiratory Therapist at the Southern Nevada VA Medical Center provides basic and advanced respiratory care to adult and geriatric patients, plans, implements and evaluates therapy plans, and collaborates with the healthcare team to ensure high-quality care.

This federal role requires strong leadership, staff supervision, equipment management, infection control, and commitment to continuous education within a 24/7 acute setting.

Qualifications

• Current Respiratory Therapist license/credential in good standing.
• Experience supervising respiratory staff and coordinating daily operations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, 24/7 healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and evaluates respiratory staff workload and schedules.
• Ensures 24/7 delivery of respiratory services.
• Maintains and procures respiratory therapy equipment and supplies.
• Assesses patient needs and develops therapy plans.
• Provides patient and staff education on respiratory care.
• Participates in quality assurance and performance improvement activities.

Skills

Respiratory care supervision

Clinical assessment

Education and training

Staff coordination

Emergency procedures

Job description

The Lead Registered Respiratory Therapist at the Southern Nevada VA Medical Center provides basic and advanced respiratory care to adult and geriatric patients, plans, implements and evaluates therapy plans, and collaborates with the healthcare team to ensure high-quality care.

This federal role requires strong leadership, staff supervision, equipment management, infection control, and commitment to continuous education within a 24/7 acute setting.