Lead Respiratory Therapist - Growth & Stable Scheduling

TriStar Horizon Medical Center; Dickson (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Wellbeing & counseling support

Paid time off & family leave

401(k) with match

Job summary

TriStar Horizon Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist Lead to guide patients through routine care and critical moments, with access to advanced respiratory tech and mentorship. The role emphasizes leadership, supervision, and ensuring high-quality care across care settings.

You’ll work with a collaborative team and benefit from stable scheduling, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package as part of the TriStar network.

Qualifications

• STABLE certification must be obtained within 6 months of employment start date.
• ACLS and BCLS requirements with timeframes after start date.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) or Neonatal Resuscitation Instructor must be obtained within 6 months of start date.
• PALS required within 6 months of start date.
• Bachelor's or Associate degree required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Assessing respiratory status and determining need for interventions.
• Delivering oxygen, aerosolized meds, airway clearance and other therapies.
• Managing ventilation and airway support including invasive and noninvasive ventilation.
• Educating patients and families and partnering with physicians and nurses.
• Maintaining and cleaning equipment and ensuring infection-prevention standards.

Skills

STABLE

ACLS

BCLS

Neonatal Resuscitation

PALS

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Associate Degree

Job description

TriStar Horizon Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist Lead to guide patients through routine care and critical moments, with access to advanced respiratory tech and mentorship. The role emphasizes leadership, supervision, and ensuring high-quality care across care settings.

You’ll work with a collaborative team and benefit from stable scheduling, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package as part of the TriStar network.