Lead Respiratory Therapist (PRN/Alternating Shifts)

Franciscan Health Munster Campus 701 Superior Ave Munster, Indiana 46321 The Lead Respiratory Therapist monitors shift operations and staffing needs within the respiratory care services department, while also directly conducting the job duties of a Respiratory Therapist. This position provides clinical guidance, mentorship, and training to departmental staff and works closely with management to maintain a patient-oriented environment and workflow conducive to quality patient care delivery. WHO WE ARE With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT Performance Management Monitors the operations of a unit and provides input to the performance of individuals through feedback and recommendations. Scheduling Coordinates and drafts coworker shift schedules, ensuring adequate staffing coverage is available at all times. Quality Assurance Continuously monitors and assesses operational processes to assure quality and effective delivery of benefits. Resource Planning Plans for and manages equipment, supplies, and resources; ensures that appropriate staffing is in place to meet the needs of the department. People Management Activities Participates in people management activities for unit team members such as performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and interviews. Performance Improvement Identifies and monitors opportunities for performance improvement of services. Workflow Monitors a structured, organized workflow to ensure departmental actions carried out consistently and accurately using a proper distribution of work. Community Outreach Conducts community outreach programs/events, such as acting as a liaison for outreach for pulmonary/respiratory support, as required. Patient Education Educates patients and their caregivers about their conditions and teaches appropriate disease management techniques, such as breathing exercises or the use of medications or respiratory equipment. Qualifications Required High School Diploma/GED Required Associate's Degree Required Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) Required Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association 1 year Respiratory Therapy Preferred TRAVEL IS REQUIRED: EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law. Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights. Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity. Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.