Respiratory Therapist Team Lead - Riley Maternity Tower

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare system seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner for a full-time position providing shift coordination and accountability at Riley Hospital for Children. This role involves participation in patient advocacy, comprehensive respiratory care, and ensuring high standards in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Sign On Bonus

Relocation Bonus

Career Development Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Requires current licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• Requires passing the N.B.R.C. registry exam within 13 months of hire.
• Preferred: ACLS, PALS, NRP certification.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate shifts and maintain continuity of care through accurate reports.
• Participate in multidisciplinary patient care team.
• Advocate for patients during bedside rounds.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Independent Judgment

Evidence-Based Practice

Education

Graduation from a CoARC accredited respiratory care program

Job description

Indiana University Health is unlike any other healthcare system and we're looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. People who are inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient. People motivated to do their best every day. People who are always ready to apply themselves. As one of Indiana's largest employers, our vision is to lead the transformation of healthcare through quality, innovation, and education, and make Indiana one of the nation's healthiest states.

This position provides shift coordination and accountability through leadership, supervision. Maintains continuity of care through accurate shift reports, appropriate distribution of staff resources, participation in performance assessment and improvements, and review of equipment and supply management. Participates in the delivery of comprehensive hospital based respiratory care services within a collaborative, multidisciplinary patient care team approach. This position maintains proficiency in neonatal, pediatric, and adult care techniques, as appropriate.

About this position:

• Full-time, Day Shift
• Sign On Bonus of $15,000 to Eligible External Candidates
• Relocation Bonus of up to $10,000 available to Eligible External Candidates based on their location
• Weekend Requirement of Every 4th Weekend
• Participate in bedside rounds & be a patient advocate
• Location: Riley Hospital for Children - Maternity Tower
  

Requirements:

• Requires current licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner from the state of Indiana.
• Requires graduation from a CoARC (Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) and regionally accredited respiratory care program.
• Requires that the N.B.R.C. registry exam be passed within 13 months of hire date.
• Requires Healthcare Provider BLS. Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
• Preferred ACLS; PALS; and/or NRP certification. RRT;RCP;BLS RPSGT;RRT-NPS;SDS Requires 3-5 years experience in Respiratory Care.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team member.
• Independent judgment and the ability to facilitate integration of evidence based information into practice.

Outside of working with groundbreaking technologies and therapies, our RTs get the opportunity to grow their medical knowledge and skills. They do this by working closely with patients and team members to build personalized therapies. Along with endless opportunities for continued advancement, our Respiratory teams also have a phenomenal promotional ladder within IU Health to continue their professional advancement.

IU Health also offers different opportunities for career and professional development for our staff that qualify for benefits. This includes continued education and certification opportunities and tuition reimbursement.

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