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Lead Respiratory Therapist

Gallatin, Tennessee

Req ID 7457-12286 Post Date Mar. 03, 2025 CategoryTherapists FacilityHighpoint Health – Sumner
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Examines patients with breathing-related conditions and conducts diagnostic testing.  Consults with physicians to develop and implement a treatment plan for the patient.  Performs physiotherapy and other treatments and teaches patients to use medications.  Leads daily staff activities for an assigned area or function.

Reports to: Director Respiratory Care & Neurodiagnostic Services

Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.
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Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
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Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices.
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Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance. Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment.
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Educates the patient and family about the patient's illness and provides information about community support groups and other resources.
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Monitors, receives, stocks, and distributes respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders.
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Maintains storage areas with required supply levels and equipment.
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Disassembles, cleans, and sterilizes equipment, and performs preventative maintenance and calibration of machines.
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Determines, coordinates and leads daily staffing assignments and levels
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Provides direction, orientation, training, coaching, and mentoring to staff. Performs or assists with
performance evaluations and disciplinary actions in coordination with Director.
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Assist RNs and physicians with other patient activities as needed.

Minimum Education
Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy - Required
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Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Computer skills required.
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Required Skills
Certifications:
BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) - Required to be current upon hire.

ACLS and PALS from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) and NRP Certification - Required within 12 months of employment, if not current upon hire
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Required Skills
Licenses: Licensed by the State of Tennessee as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) with ABG endorsement. Temporary initial licensure letter by the State of Tennessee as a graduate respiratory care practitioner, acceptable, without ABG endorsement, until state licensure is issued.
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Minimum Work Experience
1 year of Respiratory Experience in hospital setting Required

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
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