Lead Respiratory Therapist

The Lead Respiratory Therapist is responsible for the 24 hour / 7 day a week operation of the respiratory unit. Assesses, plans, coordinates, and evaluates the clinical and operational functions of the unit to ensure quality, cost effective health care is provided by and educated and competent staff.

Qualifications : Current RT license to practice in the state of KY, must be credentialed by the national Board of Respirator, current healthcare provider BLS certification and ACLS certification.  This position has office days and direct care days.  Perfer 3-5 years experience working in an acute care environment or critical care.

The Lead Respiratory Therapist is responsible for the direct and indirect respiratory care of all patients ranging in age from 18 years to geriatric. Upon request of the physician, you will sets up and operate various types of respiratory care equipment to be utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disease and / or illness. Conduct physician prescribed treatments : including but not limited to, Handheld Nebulizer Therapy and various nasal oxygen devices to administer prescribed medicinal vapors and gases, humidity, various oxygen concentrations to the respiratory system of the patient, and chest physical therapy treatments.

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