Lead Respiratory Therapist II

UCI group; California; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

UCI Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II – Lead to supervise daily operations of the respiratory therapy team and provide essential support to the department. You will evaluate pulmonary dysfunction and perform cardiopulmonary procedures to care for patients, while maintaining equipment and cost controls.

The role requires a registered RT with NBRC, active BLS/ACLS, PALS, NRP, and five years of experience as a licensed practitioner, including two years in related areas.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA-approved Respiratory Care Program.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the NBRC.
• Five years of experience as a licensed respiratory care practitioner, with at least two years in related areas.
• Current RCP license in good standing.
• Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
• Current Neonatal Resuscitation Protocol (NRP).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the respiratory therapy team and support staff.
• Evaluate pulmonary dysfunction and perform cardiopulmonary procedures to treat patients.
• Maintain equipment, ensure quality, and manage costs.
• Provide day-to-day operational direction and guidance to coworkers.

Job description

UCI Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II – Lead to supervise daily operations of the respiratory therapy team and provide essential support to the department. You will evaluate pulmonary dysfunction and perform cardiopulmonary procedures to care for patients, while maintaining equipment and cost controls.

The role requires a registered RT with NBRC, active BLS/ACLS, PALS, NRP, and five years of experience as a licensed practitioner, including two years in related areas.