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SSM Health Respiratory Therapist - Lead RRT in Saint Louis, Missouri
It's more than a career, it's a calling
MO-SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital
Worker Type:
Regular
Job Highlights:
Department: Respiratory Therapy
Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift, 7:00am – 7:00pm, every 3rd weekend
Starting Pay: $30.91/hr (Offers are based on years of experience and equity for this role.)
Shift Differentials: Available for evening, night, weekend, and additional shifts
Location: SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital
At SSM Health, we are committed to providing exceptional healthcare services to our community. As a Respiratory Care Practitioner-Lead, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality care to our patients. Your expertise and dedication will contribute to the overall well-being of our patients and their families.
As a Respiratory Care Practitioner-Lead, your responsibilities will include assessing patients' respiratory conditions, developing and implementing treatment plans, and monitoring their progress. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients and leading a team of dedicated professionals.
To be considered for this position, you should have a valid Respiratory Care Practitioner license and relevant experience in a healthcare setting. We value individuals who are compassionate, detail-oriented, and possess excellent communication skills.
If you are passionate about respiratory care and possess strong leadership skills, we would love to hear from you.
Thank you for considering this opportunity with SSM Health.
Sign on bonuses are for external qualified candidates. Internal candidates, please check with your recruiter to see what options are available for you.
Job Summary:
Leads assigned staff in performing activities or tasks in respiratory care.
Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Leads or coordinates shift operations of assigned activities, resources, and/or associates.
Serves as a technical or clinical resource and performs similar duties with staff.
Assigns, monitors and reviews progress of work. Monitors and reports compliance with policies and/or procedures.
Oversees and evaluates orientation and training of assigned associates. May provide input in the review and evaluation of staff performance.
May perform the duties of a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
Must be able to provide initial assistance for those needing emergency intervention.
Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
- Associate's degree in Respiratory Care or equivalent years of experience and education.
EXPERIENCE
- Two years' experience
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Constant use of speech to share information through oral communication.
Constant standing and walking.
Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
Frequent sitting, reaching and keyboard use/data entry.
Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
Frequent use of smell to detect/recognize odors.
Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
Occasional lifting/moving of patients.
Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
Occasional driving.
Rare crawling and running.
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Job Type:
Employee
Department:
4302000010 Respiratory Therapy
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36
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