**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 $44.97 – $66.97. 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. **This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.** Spotlight on PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center Vancouver, WA A Better Workplace Community (https://peacehealth.culturehq.com/story/5597) **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. + Participates in various intermittent department tasks including, but not limited to, audits, quality assurance, statistical record keeping, patient charting and other special projects as specified by Manager. + Performs other duties as assigned. **What You Bring** + Accredited Program Required: Respiratory Care Program. 2-year AMA-approved Respiratory Care Program + Required: Minimum of 2 years' experience in acute care as a Respiratory Therapist and + Preferred: Experience in adult ICU, Pediatrics, and Neonatal and + Required: Must be able to care for patients from neonate to adult independently + Required : Respiratory Care Practitioner - Washington Washington caregivers who were employed as of 6/29/2014 and who are licensed RCP but are not registry eligible due to the educational requirement (i.e., began working as a respiratory therapist when a 2-year degree was not required/available) will be grandfathered for this requirement and + Required within 6 months: Registered Respiratory Therapist and + Required : Basic Life Support **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 efficient manner. (Required) + Must know how all respiratory equipment operates, the limits abilities, and how the equipment effects patients (Required) + Must be able to quickly assess acute, critical care resident situations and respond with a decisive and appropriate course of action. (Required) **Department / Location Specific Notes** **_PHSW:_** + Minimum 4 years of Respiratory Therapy experience; preferred 6 years. + Experience in adult critical care units, ER, and Floors within the last 6 months. + Must be familiar with and able to troubleshoot advanced Respiratory Therapies and equipment. + Able to support NICU/pediatric if required; set up equipment, attend low risk deliveries, and assist in other duties as assigned after initial training. + Must maintain competencies, skills, and recurring education in all areas as assigned. + PALS, ACLS, NRP and BLS are all required upon hire. **Working Conditions** + Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH). + Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures. + Ability to move around area with occasional sitting. + Lifting (non-patient)/carrying occasionally up to 25 lbs. + Push/Pull: 1-25 lbs. of force occasionally (i.e., moving equipment). + Stooping/ bending/ squatting/ kneeling occasionally. + Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles. + Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting or in office environment. + Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted). + Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information. PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program. See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) . For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. 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