Respiratory Therapy Clinical Lead & Educator

Duke PA; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Raleigh Hospital, a campus of Duke University Health System, is seeking a Clinical Team Lead/Education in Respiratory Care to coordinate RT staff and clinical operations across neonatal, pediatric, and adult care areas.

The role includes supervising staff, mentoring, leading emergency responses, and ensuring adherence to care protocols; requires a Bachelor's in Respiratory Care, NBRC credentials, and current NC licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; degree completion within 3 years may be required.
• Licensure: NC Respiratory Care, NBRC-registered, BLS/ACLS/PALS.
• Minimum five years in clinical respiratory therapy; supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties of Respiratory Care Practitioner and ECMO/advanced roles.
• Supervise, coach, and mentor assigned RT staff.
• Coordinate emergency responses and ensure protocol compliance.
• Develop and update clinical care protocols and procedures.
• Interact with physicians and staff to support optimal care.

Skills

Critical thinking

Staff supervision

Clinical decision making

Communication with physicians

Equipment knowledge

Emergency response coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Care

Tools

ECMO equipment

Ventilators

Respiratory care devices

Job description

Duke Raleigh Hospital, a campus of Duke University Health System, is seeking a Clinical Team Lead/Education in Respiratory Care to coordinate RT staff and clinical operations across neonatal, pediatric, and adult care areas.

The role includes supervising staff, mentoring, leading emergency responses, and ensuring adherence to care protocols; requires a Bachelor's in Respiratory Care, NBRC credentials, and current NC licensure.