Lead Respiratory Therapist — Clinical Team Lead

UCI Health; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UCI Health in Orange, CA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II – Lead to support the Supervisor by overseeing daily operations for the department's respiratory therapists, maintaining equipment, ensuring quality, and cost management. The incumbent assesses pulmonary dysfunction and performs cardiopulmonary procedures to treat patients while providing day-to-day direction and support to the team.

Candidates must be a graduate of an AMA-approved Respiratory Care Program, hold RRT, have five years'

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA-approved Respiratory Care Program.
• Currently registered as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• Five years’ licensed respiratory care experience, with at least two years in related areas.
• Current Life Support certifications (BLS, ACLS, PALS) as required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and provide direction to respiratory therapists.
• Maintain equipment, ensure quality, and manage department costs.
• Evaluate pulmonary dysfunction and perform cardiopulmonary procedures.
• Support and guide team members to ensure optimal patient care.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

AMA-approved Respiratory Care Program

Job description

UCI Health in Orange, CA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II – Lead to support the Supervisor by overseeing daily operations for the department's respiratory therapists, maintaining equipment, ensuring quality, and cost management. The incumbent assesses pulmonary dysfunction and performs cardiopulmonary procedures to treat patients while providing day-to-day direction and support to the team.

Candidates must be a graduate of an AMA-approved Respiratory Care Program, hold RRT, have five years'