Respiratory Therapy Team Lead - Night Shift/Team Float

The University of Kansas Health System; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Respiratory Therapy Team Leader I to oversee and coordinate patient care in a fast-paced environment. You will lead a team of therapists and trainees, implement care protocols, and collaborate with physicians to ensure safe, high-quality respiratory services.

This role is based in Kansas City, KS and requires strong clinical judgment and leadership. Responsibilities include coordinating workloads, serving as a clinical expert, and participating

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Care or related field; internal candidates may have an Associate’s Degree.

Responsibilities

• Administers, monitors, educates, and assesses respiratory care for neonatal to geriatric patients.
• Assists with oversight and training of therapists, technicians, and students.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Clinical judgment

Precepting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Care

Master's Degree in Respiratory Care

Tools

EPIC

Basic computer knowledge

Job description

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Respiratory Therapy Team Leader I to oversee and coordinate patient care in a fast-paced environment. You will lead a team of therapists and trainees, implement care protocols, and collaborate with physicians to ensure safe, high-quality respiratory services.

This role is based in Kansas City, KS and requires strong clinical judgment and leadership. Responsibilities include coordinating workloads, serving as a clinical expert, and participating