**Join Our Team as a Lead Respiratory Therapist at Lock Haven Hospital!** Are you passionate about respiratory care and looking for a lead role? Lock Haven Hospital seeks a dedicated and experienced Lead Respiratory Therapist to join our team. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work 12-hour shifts, either days or nights, with specific hours to be discussed during the interview. You’ll also have every other weekend off and follow a block schedule for holidays. Please note that hours may change based on department needs. This role is eligible for a generous sign-on bonus! Sign-On Bonus Details: + 0-1 years of experience = $12,000 – with a 2-year commitment + 1+ years of experience = $20,000 – with a 2-year commitment **Why You’ll Love This Role:** + **Leadership Opportunity** : Coordinate diagnostic and therapeutic clinical procedures to best meet the needs of patients, physicians, and the hospital. + **Diverse Responsibilities** : Perform duties across all patient populations and service areas, ensuring a dynamic and fulfilling work environment. + **Professional Growth** : Complete two approved projects annually from the department’s Project List, contributing to your professional development. **Key Responsibilities:** + **Team Coordination** : Manage scheduling needs, direct shift assignments, resolve problems, and ensure compliance with hospital policies. + **Mentorship** : Coach new Respiratory Therapists and students, assist with evaluations, and support their orientation and training. + **Quality Improvement** : Participate in quality improvement activities, special projects, and clinical research initiatives. + **Clinical Excellence** : Perform all duties of a Senior Respiratory Therapist, including assessing patient conditions, operating respiratory equipment, and monitoring patient responses to therapy. + **Resource Management** : Oversee the utilization of departmental resources, coordinate equipment repairs and maintenance, and maintain accurate records. **What We Offer:** + **Supportive Environment** : Work under indirect supervision with a team that values collaboration and excellence. + **Impactful Work** : Make a difference in the lives of patients by providing top-notch respiratory care. + **Career Advancement** : Opportunities for professional growth and development through continuous learning and project involvement. **Join Us Today!** If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and make a meaningful impact, apply now to become a Lead Respiratory Therapist at Lock Haven Hospital. + **Education** : + Graduate from a respiratory program approved by the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC). + An associate’s degree is required, but a bachelor’s degree is preferred. + **Experience** : + You need a total of four years of experience in respiratory care. + At least 2 of those years must be in critical care. + **Projects** : + You must complete 2 approved projects from the department’s Project List each year during your performance review period. + **Licenses and Certifications** : + Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license in the state where you will be working. + Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification is required. + You must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certified by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). + If you received your RRT credential after July 1, 2002, you must maintain your certification according to NBRC requirements. + **Additional Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances** : + CPR certification based on American Heart Association (AHA) standards, including both a classroom and skills demonstration component, must be completed within 30 days of hire. + Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). + Osteopathic Respiratory Care or Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCP). + Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). + Act 33 clearance with renewal. + Act 34 clearance with renewal. + Act 73 FBI clearance with renewal. **UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**