Job Description Summary:

Logan Health Medical Center has an opening for a Night Lead Respiratory Therapist to join their team in Kalispell, MT!

We are located in the heart of the beautiful Flathead Valley, surrounded by stunning mountain views, and just a short drive to Glacier National Park and Flathead Lake.

This position leads and assures quality performance of all patient care provided by the assigned area(s). Trains staff in all clinical functions and balances time and effort between leading and performing patient care. Provides general and emergency respiratory therapy procedures to patients as directed by physicians and/or protocol.

Qualifications:

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required.

Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in active Critical Care Unit required.

Montana Respiratory Care Practitioner License required.

Current Healthcare provider BLS, ACLS certification required.

PALS and NRP certifications must be successfully obtained within six (6) months of hire.

Demonstrated ability to recognize changes in the patient's condition, make independent judgments, and modify the care as necessary according to departmental standards and approved physician protocols.

Demonstrated leadership skills preferred.  .

Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, a self-starter, possess critical thinking skills and be able to set priorities and function as part of a team as well as independently.

Commitment to working in a team environment and maintaining confidentiality as needed.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with various audiences.

Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.

Possess and maintain computer skills to include working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn other software as needed.

Job Specific Duties:

Performs with high degree of competence, all aspects of respiratory care delivered. 

Displays clinical knowledge and manipulative skills regarding the care, operation, servicing, and repair of all Pulmonary Services equipment.  Makes appropriate repairs and maintenance as necessary.  Brings non-functional equipment to the attention of assigned leadership.

Ensures the accuracy of documenting services and supplies provided to patients.

Monitors the proper utilization of Respiratory Care systems. Adjusts staffing levels to meet workload demands. Functions as a resource therapist and assists with patient care.

In collaboration with assigned leadership identifies educational programs to maintain and develop skills of staff.

Coordinates service, care and/or assists with patient discharge planning.

Provides developmental appropriate care to support patients of all ages.  Demonstrates competence in the care of all population groups of patients as applicable to assigned area(s). Determines each patient’s age-related, physical, psycho social and cultural needs for carrying out-patient care activities.

Lead may be expected to perform one (1) or more of the following tasks regularly:

Creates work schedule and assigns employees to specific work tasks.

Trains or coordinates the training of employees.

Oversees and coordinates successful completion of employees’ competency assessments and required training.

Acts as point-of-contact/subject matter expert for employee questions about expectations and processes.

Assists in interviewing job candidates.

Leads or coordinates compliance and quality efforts.

Other duties as assigned at the discretion of management, excluding issuing corrective actions or administering performance evaluations.

The above essential functions are representative of major duties of positions in this job classification.  Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.  Other duties may be assigned similar to the above consistent with knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job.  Not all of the duties may be assigned to a position.

Maintains regular and consistent attendance as scheduled by department leadership.

Logan Health takes great pride in offering its employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Health, Dental, and Vison insurance

401(k) with generous matching

Employer-provided life insurance

Voluntary life and disability insurance options

Critical Illness and Voluntary Accident options

Employee assistance program (EAP)

FSA

Free parking

Paid time off, Holiday pay, and Illness bank

Employee referral program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Employee Wellness Program that includes wellness coaching, classes, wellness incentives and more

Logan Health Fitness Center - Waived registration fee and 1/2 off monthly membership dues

Shift:

Night Shift - 12 Hours (United States of America)

Schedule Details:

Please know schedules and shifts are subject to change based on patient care and department/organizational needs.

Schedule: Night Shift, 36 hours per week - 12 hour shifts

Logan Health operates 24 hours per day, seven days per week.  Schedules are set to accommodate the requirements of the position and the needs of the organization and may be adjusted as needed.

Notice of Pre-Employment Screening Requirements

If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes:

Criminal background check

Reference checks

Drug Screening

Health and Immunizations Screening

Physical Demand Review/Screening

Equal Opportunity Employer

Logan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation to complete the application, testing or interview process, please notify Human Resources.