Lead Respiratory Therapist -Respiratory Care

Kettering Health Network; South Dale (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health Network is seeking a Lead Respiratory Therapist at its Main Campus in Kettering, OH. You will provide advanced clinical expertise and shift-based leadership to ensure safe, effective respiratory care delivery.

You will guide and support respiratory therapy staff, coordinate daily operations, and promote quality patient outcomes in alignment with regulatory standards and the B Safe program.

Qualifications

• Lead Respiratory Therapist provides advanced clinical expertise and shift-based leadership.
• Guides and supports respiratory therapy staff; coordinates daily operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned in alignment with mission and standards.

Responsibilities

• The Lead Respiratory Therapist provides advanced clinical expertise and shift-based leadership to ensure safe, effective, and efficient delivery of respiratory care services.
• Guides and supports respiratory therapy staff, coordinates daily operations, and promotes quality patient outcomes in alignment with regulatory and organizational standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical expertise

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

RRT NBRC credential

State license: Ohio Respiratory Care Professional

BLS/ACLS certifications (or ability to obtain within 90 days)

Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy (preferred)

Job description

Job Details

Kettering Health Main Campus | Kettering | Full Time | 12 Hour Shift Days

Responsibilities & Requirements

The Lead Respiratory Therapist provides advanced clinical expertise and shift-based leadership to ensure the safe, effective, and efficient delivery of respiratory care services. This role guides and supports respiratory therapy staff, coordinates daily operations, and promotes quality patient outcomes in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards. Performs other duties as assigned. All job responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program recognized by the State Medical Board of Ohio.
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist, including experience in acute care settings.
• Current license as a Respiratory Care Professional in the State of Ohio.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy or related health science field.
• Prior experience in a lead, charge, or supervisory respiratory therapy role.