RESPIRATORY THERAPY TEAM LEADER
Company: Trinity Health
Location: Fort Lauderdale
Posted on: September 24, 2024
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Job Description:
Employment Type:Full timeShift:12 Hour Day
ShiftDescription:ADULT CRITICAL CARE:Serve as liaison between the
adult critical care areas and the RT dept.Have working knowledge of
all equipment utilized in the adult critical care area relative to
RT.Work with all RT's to provide continuous quality care to
patients in critical care.Perform and maintain competency for
endotracheal intubationMaintain ACLS certification.Assure that
required staff ventilator competencies are completed.Assure proper
daily coverage for all intensive care unitsAssure the training of
new therapists in the intensive care unitsReview policies and
procedures annually for appropriateness and accuracyMaintain
equipment and supply par levels in each unitOffer hands on workshop
on mechanical ventilation, Bipap-Cpap, EtCO2, CXR, Trach care, PMV,
ABG etc.Work with nursing educators to provide continuous staff
education to enhance interdepartmental relations to ensure quality
patient care.Enlist Intensivists and or other physicians to provide
yearly CEU offering.Keep abreast of latest technology, evaluate new
products and report to leadership team.Strategize with leadership
team to ensure that critical care areas are up to date with
community standards.Meet regularly with RT leadership team to
discuss issues relative to critical care.Attend monthly infection
control committee meeting,Attend monthly critical care advisory
committee meetingAttend monthly department meetingProvide 2 annual
CEU offerings related to critical care.Work closely with Bio med to
keep equipment running smoothly and available for use.Collect and
submit monthly KPI data prior to monthly medical directors
meeting.Act as relief supervisor when necessaryThis is a day shift
position, 7a-7PThis is a Full Time Day Shift position$20K Sign On
BonusPosition PurposeAs an RRT, you will work in a collaborative
environment to deliver excellent patient care under the direction
of a licensed clinical professional in a clinic or practice
environment. An RRT helps patients who are having trouble
breathing.What you will do:Coordinate and oversee Bronch Service
line procedures including Bronchoscopy, Ebus and use of DaVinci
robotic navigational equipment.Staff training and competency for
BronchPolicy review and upkeep.Oversight of scope cleaning and
cleaning competencyOversight of the ordering of bronch area
supplies.Performs floor care therapies and oxygen administration
following proper policy and procedure.Performs floor care therapies
and oxygen in an acute care setting.Performs or assists with
endotracheal intubation as indicated in a safe mannerPerforms
endotracheal extubation as indicated in a safe manner.Maintains
clinical competency for mechanical ventilation in adult critical
care units.Able to perform arterial blood gas draws in a safe and
effective manner from radial, brachial and femoral arteries.Minimum
Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent is
required.Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care program
required.Work experience in all aspects of respiratory care
preferred.Competency in blood gas laboratory, maintenance, PFT and
bronchoscopy assistance a plus.Registration by the NBRC as a
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred.Current State of
Florida License as a Registered Respiratory Therapist from the
Department of Health.BLS certification required. ACLS
requiredPosition Highlights and BenefitsComprehensive benefit
packages available, including medical, dental, vision, paid time
off, 403B, and education assistanceWe serve together in the spirit
of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence
within our communitiesWe live and breathe our guiding behaviors: we
support each other in serving, we communicate openly, honestly,
respectfully, and directly, we are fully present, we are all
accountable, we trust and assume goodness in intentions, and we are
continuous learners communicate openly, honestly, respectfully, and
directly, we are fully present, we are all accountable, we trust
and assume goodness in intentions, and we are continuous
learnersMinistry/Facility InformationHoly Cross Hospital in Fort
Lauderdale, Florida is a full-service, non-profit Catholic
hospital, sponsored by the sisters of Mercy and a member of Trinity
Health.We are committed to providing compassionate and holistic
person-centered care.We are the only not-for-profit Catholic
hospital in Broward and Palm Beach counties. We are part of Trinity
Health, one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care
delivery systems in the nation. Together, we serve people and
communities in 21 states from coast to coast, providing nearly 2.8
million visits annually.Comprehensive benefits that start on your
first day of workRetirement savings program with employer
matchingOur Commitment to Diversity and InclusionTrinity Health is
one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in
the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values,
we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do.
Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs,
abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A
diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and
equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal
Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other
status protected by law.Our Commitment to Diversity and
InclusionTrinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and
nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because
we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to
recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language
preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve
and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We
also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and
perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to
innovative solutions.Our dedication to diversity includes a unified
workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention,
and development), commitment and accountability, communication,
community partnerships, and supplier diversity.EOE including
disability/veteran
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