Respiratory Therapy Team Lead — Critical Care & Education

UKH University of Kansas Hospital Authority; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System seeks a Respiratory Therapy Team Leader I to oversee patient care delivery, supervise therapists, and coordinate workloads. The role emphasizes clinical leadership, training, and adherence to respiratory care protocols across neonatal to geriatric patients.

Key responsibilities include advancing the clinical advancement program, mentoring staff, and collaborating with physicians to ensure safe, efficient care within a hospital-wide respiratory care

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Care or related field required.
• Master's degree in Respiratory Care or related field preferred; relevant clinical instruction experience noted.

Responsibilities

• Administers, monitors, educates, and assesses respiratory care for patients from neonatal to geriatric.
• Collaborates with physicians and health system staff to provide safe, quality care.
• Leads the patient care team, coordinates workloads, and communicates effectively.
• Precepts and trains therapists, technicians, students, and other team members.
• Responds to medical emergencies and participates in clinical advancement programs.

Skills

Team leadership

Critical care

Educator/trainer

Education

Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Care

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

The University of Kansas Health System seeks a Respiratory Therapy Team Leader I to oversee patient care delivery, supervise therapists, and coordinate workloads. The role emphasizes clinical leadership, training, and adherence to respiratory care protocols across neonatal to geriatric patients.

Key responsibilities include advancing the clinical advancement program, mentoring staff, and collaborating with physicians to ensure safe, efficient care within a hospital-wide respiratory care