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Summary:

Facilitates teamwork and unit pride by advocating for an environment that promotes high patient care standards and implements strategies to ensure physician satisfaction. Areas of responsibility will include clinical practice, personnel support with staffing the unit for a portion of FTE, staff development and positive customer relations. Demonstrates sound clinical judgment and appropriate decision-making abilities that take into consideration evidenced based practice. Thoroughly understands and monitors financial performance of the unit/department. Supports the manager through education, ongoing vendor support, supply and equipment support and other duties as assigned by the manager/director.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree required.

Certification as a Respiratory Therapist from accredited two-year RRT program.

A minimum of two years clinical experience in an acute pediatric setting required and previous leadership (charge, lead, supervisor, manager) experience preferred.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification

Current permit or license to practice in the State of Texas, RRT Required.

About Us:

Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.