Respiratory Therapist Lead

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Description PeaceHealth is seeking a Respiratory Therapist Lead for a Full Time, 0.90 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $44.11 - $66.17. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc. Spotlight on Cottage Grove, OR: CultureHQ.com - A Better Workplace Community (https://peacehealth.culturehq.com/story/5594) Cottage Grove is a community of approximately 9,000 people located in the beautiful Willamette Valley, along the Row River, 20 miles south of Eugene and the University of Oregon and serves a population of approximately 25,000 people in the surrounding area. It boasts a modern high school and is the recipient of a national "All-American City Award". Cottage Grove is one of only two cities in the State of Oregon to have received the award twice. No other city in Oregon has received the award more than twice. It is also known as the "Covered Bridge Capital of Oregon" six of the covered bridges in Lane County are located in or around the City of Cottage Grove. The community boasts many outdoor activities, such as hiking, fishing, biking, golfing, boating, and gardening. There are six waterfall hikes within 30 miles, Row River trail (16 miles long), there is a local live theater and a downtown historic district. Annual community events include Historic Home Tours, the Cottage Grove Rodeo, Bohemia Mining Days and the Family Fun Fair-Western Oregon Exposition. Job Summary Provides Cardio-Pulmonary services to patients as prescribed by physicians. Works collaboratively with all healthcare team members toward the best outcomes for the patient and the organization. Cares for the Cardio-Pulmonary needs of complex critical patients from newborn to the adult in an independent manner. Details of the position: Directs patient care activities on the unit for the shift by making/adjusting staff assignments and ensures optimal patient outcomes. Acts as a clinical resource on procedures and standards for staff and physicians. Monitors staff compliance. Initiates investigation of incident reports when situation necessitates immediate action; otherwise refers for further evaluation/action as appropriate to Clinical Supervisor/Manager and/or Director. Performs essential functions of the staff Respiratory Therapist. Performs other duties as assigned. What you bring: Accredited Program Required: Respiratory Care Program 2-year AMA-approved Respiratory Care Program Minimum of 2 years Required: Experience in acute care as a Respiratory Therapist and Required: Must be able to care for patients from neonate to adult independently. and Preferred: Experience in adult ICU, Pediatrics, and Neonatal Required: Respiratory Care Practitioner - Oregon and Required: within 6 months Registered Respiratory Therapist and Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) upon hire. PALS, ACLS and NRP are all required upon hire. On call coverage for department clinical support required as designated by manager/director. NICU Transport Lead: NRP Instructor Required. NPS Preferred. Must have been on our transport team for a minimum of 2 years. Skills Proficient with MS Office applications (Required) Previous leadership experience (Preferred) Must be able to set up, operate, and trouble shoots all respiratory related equipment in a quick and e...