Respiratory Therapy Team Lead – Night Shift (Float)

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 is seeking a Respiratory Therapy Team Leader I for Night Float at Bell Hospital. The role leads the respiratory care team, coordinates patient care across neonatal to geriatric patients, and mentors therapists, technicians, and students in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include maintaining high-quality patient care, collaborating with physicians, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols while advancing the department's clinical advancement

Qualifications

• Fluent English required.
• EPIC experience preferred and basic computer knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Administers and assesses respiratory care for neonatal to geriatric patients.
• Oversees training and supervision of therapists, technicians, and students.
• Leads patient care team and serves as clinical expert.
• Participates in medical response teams as needed.

Skills

Respiratory care

Team leadership

Education & training

Clinical supervision

EPIC experience

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Care or related field

Associate’s Degree (internal) or 3+ years critical care (internal) OR 5+ years critical care (external) with AARC membership

Tools

EPIC (preferred)

Job description

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Respiratory Therapy Team Leader I for Night Float at Bell Hospital. The role leads the respiratory care team, coordinates patient care across neonatal to geriatric patients, and mentors therapists, technicians, and students in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include maintaining high-quality patient care, collaborating with physicians, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols while advancing the department's clinical advancement