Lead Respiratory Therapist

This Respiratory Therapy position at Avera Health is open to psychologist candidates.

Psychologists are seeing unprecedented demand driven by the mental health crisis, with telehealth dramatically expanding access and enabling fully remote practice.

Avera Health lists compensation for this psychologist position at $30k to $46k annually.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

This position is based in United States.

Key skills and qualifications: Respiratory therapy, Neonatal care, Pediatric care, Adult care, Critical care, Diagnostic procedures, Therapeutic procedures, Patient care planning. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Respiratory Therapy role.

Core responsibilities: The Lead Respiratory Therapist performs, evaluates, and coordinates diagnostic and therapeutic clinical procedures for neonatal, pediatric, and adult patients. They also serve as a resource for department staff, assisting with orientation and the development of unit goals.

Benefits package: PTO available day 1, Retirement up to 5% match, Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, Career Development. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.