respiratory therapist manager

Children's Health

<b>Job Title & Specialty Area:</b> Respiratory Therapist Clinical Manager
<br><b>Department:</b> Respiratory
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<b>Location:</b><br>
<b>Shift:</b> Night Shift
<br><b>Job Type:</b> On-Site
<br>Why Children's Health?
<br>At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.
<br>Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.
<br>Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.
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<b>Summary:</b><br>
This position provides overall clinical and operational management in collaboration with the patient care area Director. Provides leadership for the patient care area(s) with specific operational and management oversight of the patient care area(s). Accountable for the performance and results of the patient care area(s). Oversees the execution of short and long term strategies in support of organizational goals pertinent to department. Establishes and ensures compliance with standards of clinical care, as well as maintains service line accountability for staffing, quality, safety, service and clinical excellence throughout the department. Maintain integral relationships with medical staff leadership. Accountable for the implementation and proper application of policies, programs and services as established by federal and state regulatory bodies. Researches, identifies and implements initiatives and opportunities to improve effectiveness of management, clinical and non-clinical research and patient / family centered care within the department. Provides guidance, coaching and feedback to team members and coaches team leaders on effective management techniques. Makes employment decisions for the team, utilizing input from team leaders. Monitors quality metrics and changes in practice that impact clinical, financial or operational outcomes and develops plans to address areas for improvement. Monitors and manages a budget for defined area(s) of responsibility. Provides technical guidance to others as needed for non-routine and / or complex problems / situations.
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<b>Responsibilities:</b><br>
<ul>
<li>Interviews and hires new team leaders and staff members. Administers annual PEACs / merit increases for direct reports. Provides performance feedback to direct reports, including the documenting and counseling of performance issues. Maintains positive staff relations through Evidence Based Leadership and Just Culture. Completes scouting reports and weekly rounding on direct reports. Ensures that direct reports are kept abreast of changes within the unit, department, division and organization. Provides mentoring to direct reports and provides them with developmental opportunities that will help them achieve their career goals. Administers disciplinary action to direct reports when necessary, up to and including termination of employment. Provides appropriate recognition to direct reports. Develops and implements Action Plans as a result of the feedback received from the annual Employee Opinion Survey. Coordinating and developing of PEAC goals. Ensures that all staff members in assigned area are responsible and accountable for prescribing, delegating and coordinating patient care. Uses clinical judgment based on nursing skills acquired through formal and informal experiential knowledge and evidence based guidelines to globally assess situations and through critical thinking and clinical decision making, develop an appropriate plan of action to resolve situations that have been escalated. Ensures that all staff members are accountable and that patient care meets the standards of safety, effectiveness, patient rights and guest relations. Ensures that all staff members deliver competent and skilled care to patients and families according to their identified needs and does so with a team-orientation, an emphasis on good customer relations, sound clinical judgment and appropriate decision making abilities that take into consideration evidence based practice.</li>
<li>Approves mileage and education reimbursements for all staff on assigned units. Responsible for ensuring all units have adequate supplies. Approves Lawson orders. Submits all Lawson personnel actions for direct reports. Submits Position Control requests. Monitors trends with attendance for direct reports and addresses any attendance issues in a timely manner. Approves PTO requests for direct reports. Monitors FMLA / SRD / LOA for direct reports. Develops and maintains positive physician relations. Review and sign off on bi-weekly payroll. Review NSI Dashboards on a monthly basis, communicate trends to leadership team and address any area of concern within assigned areas of responsibility. Review NRC Picker reports, communicate trends to leadership team, and address any areas of concern within assigned areas of responsibility.</li>
<li>Ensures that budgets are adhered to for area of responsibility. Collaborates with Operations Business Partner and Director to research and explain variances to the budget for assigned area of responsibility. Submit capital equipment requests.</li>
<li>Responsible for ensuring clean sweeps are conducted. Responsible for ensuring that appropriate audits are conducted. Ensures readiness for disease specific certifications audits (where applicable). Ensures regulatory readiness for assigned areas. Ensures unit environmental rounds are conducted. Ensures staff licenses and certifications are not expired. Ensures HR file and shadow files are up to date. Ensure that area of responsibility is ready for tracers and participate in the tracer process as necessary. Review SafeLink. Ensures that Patient Health Information (PHI) is protected and secured at all times. Adheres to all infection prevention initiatives (i.e. hand hygiene, proper disposal of waste, etc.).</li>
<li>Oversees staffing to ensure adequate coverage on every shift. Serve on-call in the event additional coverage is needed. May work at the bedside during high census or Code Yellow.</li>
<li>Conduct family rounding (as it is rolled out to specific units). Address patient / family concerns / complaints in a timely fashion. Update Stoplight Reports on a monthly basis to keep staff informed about progress of addressing concerns brought up through employee rounding. Attend required leadership meetings. Manage unit-based and department based projects. Oversee unit / department based process improvement projects. Review and modify Annual staffing plan. Advocates for the patient, represents the concerns of the patient / family and identifies and assists in resolving ethical and clinical concerns. Maintains a body of knowledge and tools that allows the incumbent to manage whatever environmental and system resources exist for the patient / family and / or staff, within or across healthcare and non-healthcare systems. Collaborates with physicians, families and staff to assist in developing and implementing an appropriate plan of care in a way that promotes / encourages each person's contributions towards achieving the best patient outcomes. Provides education and facilitates learning for patients, families and patient care team in a way that demonstrates a sensitivity to recognize, appreciate and incorporate differences related to diversity.</li>
</ul>
<b>How you will be Successful:</b><br>
WORK EXPERIENCE
<br><ul>
<li>At least 5 years relevant experience Required</li>
</ul>
EDUCATION
<br><ul>
<li>Four-year Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience In Respiratory Care, managers must have a BS degree. Required</li>
<li>Graduate or professional work or advanced degree; or equivalent experience Preferred</li>
</ul>
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
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<li>In Respiratory Care, current licensure as an RCP (required upon hire) and RRT-NPS (required within 2 years of hire) Required</li>
<li>Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers as required by CP 1.20 Life Support Course Requirements Required</li>
<li>PALS/NRP/ACLS - department specific requirements Req</li>
</ul>
A Place Where You Belong
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We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children’s Health a place where everyone can contribute.
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<b>Holistic Benefits – How We’ll Care for You:</b><br>
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<li>Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.</li>
<li>4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure</li>
<li>Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)</li>
<li>Caregiver Leave</li>
<li>Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement</li>
</ul>
As an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally-protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity.

Respiratory Therapist- Clinical Manager

Foundation Health Partners

<div>Overview:
<p><b>
$30,000 Retention Bonus!</b></p><div></div><p><b><br>
Make your move to Alaska! Experience the midnight sun in the summer, a front-row seat to the northern lights in the winter, and the opportunity to advance your experience and skills as you enjoy the Alaskan lifestyle.</b></p><p><br>
Foundation Health Partners (FHP) is looking for a Registered Respiratory Therapist Manager to join their team!</p><p></p><div><br>
The Respiratory Manager provides comprehensive care coordination for patients and leadership to staff. The intensity of care coordination provided is situational and appropriate based on patient needs and in collaboration with physician and other medical staff. Supervises staff and serves as a clinical resource to staff, providers, providers' office staff, vendors and other departments. This position is accountable for the quality of clinical services delivered to patients.</div><div></div><div><b><i><br>
ACLS and PALS certification highly preferred</i></b></div><p><br>
</p><p><b>Pay &amp; Benefits:</b></p><ul><li>
Compensation: $44.09 to $70.54 hourly wage based on experience and education</li><li>
Retention Bonus: $30,000 Retention Bonus for eligible new hires</li><li>
Relocation Assistance: up to $7,500 Relocation Assistance</li><li>
Temporary Housing: 90 Days Temporary Housing Provided</li><li>
Additional Pay: Annual Increases, Paid Time Off</li><li>
Benefits: medical, vision, dental, 401k with employer match</li><li>
Education Benefits: FHP Tuition Assistance, Student Loan Forgiveness</li><li>
Other Benefits: Onsite Gym, Wellness Programs, Discount programs</li><li>
Shifts Available:<br>
<ul><li>Full-time, Exempt</li></ul></li></ul><p><b>
About Fairbanks Memorial Hospital</b><br>
Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is a non-profit facility owned by the Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. A Joint Commission-accredited facility with 152 licensed beds, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is the primary referral center for residents of Alaska's interior. We have a strong patient to nurse ratio and a culture of Shared Leadership. In addition to our exceptional clinical environment, our location offers incomparable lifestyle rewards away from work. In Fairbanks, small-town living, spectacular natural beauty and endless recreation combine to create a one-of-a-kind place to live, work and play.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Living in Fairbanks:</b></p><p>
As the second largest city in Alaska, Fairbanks offers a unique blend of large-town amenities, breathtaking landscapes, and plenty of wide-open space, making this community one of the most special in the country. With a rich history and plentiful diversity, Fairbanks is proud to be called the Golden Heart City, and only once you visit will you understand the name to be true.</p><ul><li><b>
No state income tax and no sales tax.</b></li><li>
Second largest city in Alaska at 100,000 residents.</li><li>
College Town &ndash; the University of Alaska Fairbanks, UAF Community &amp; Technical College</li><li>
Military Community &ndash; Ft. Wainwright Army Post &amp; Eielson Air Force Base.</li><li>
15 Elementary Schools | 4 Middle Schools | 4 High Schools | 10 District &ldquo;Schools of Choice&rdquo;| robust youth sports programs</li></ul><p>
Summer activities: Midnight sun, hiking, fishing, camping, gold panning, kayaking, berry picking, rafting, rock climbing, recreational flying, community-wide festivals, live music, and events.</p><p>
Winter activities: Northern lights, skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, hockey, curling, ice fishing, dog mushing, ice climbing, hunting, ice art, word class hot springs, community-wide art shows, and festivals etc.</p><br>
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Responsibilities:<br>
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Facilitates daily clinical operations, providing leadership, encouraging teamwork and maximizing the effectiveness and efficiency of available personnel through preparation and distribution of daily work assignments.</li><li>
Hires, trains, conducts performance evaluations, and directs the workflow for the staff. This position is also accountable for participating in the development and implementation of department goals and objectives.</li><li>
Participates in the orientation, training and continuing development of staff and provides focused education to other healthcare providers.</li><li>
Assesses work in progress and modification of assignments as changes in demand and types of services occur, optimizing patient outcomes.</li><li>
Serves as a real-time resource and assists with clinical expertise for staff, physicians, and departments for problem-solving on patients, processes, and family issues.
</li><li>Collaborates with various departments, outside vendors, and other departments to assure adequate resources and the proper coordination of safe, efficient patient care.</li><li>
Assists in the development, modification and implementation of departmental programs, processes, policies and procedures.</li></ul><p>
Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Foundation Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.</p>
Qualifications:
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Associate's or technical degree</p><p></p><p><br>
Proof of having passed the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist</p><p>
(RRT) or Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist. A current license in state practiced as required by state law. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required. In Home Care setting, must possess valid driver license and be eligible for coverage under the company auto insurance policy.</p><p></p><p><br>
In-depth knowledge of clinical techniques, applications and equipment as typically obtained through 3 years of clinical experience and 1 year of supervisory experience. Must possess highly effective human relation skills necessary to interface with patients, families, staff and other healthcare personnel.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></p><p>
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.</p><p></p><div><i><br>
Foundation Health Partners is an EEO/AAP employer;</i><i> </i>q<i>ualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.</i></div></div>

Respiratory Manager (RRT)

Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters

<div><div><div><div><div><div><ul><li><div><div><b>GENERAL SUMMARY</b></div>
<ul><li><div><div>The Respiratory Care Clinical Practice Manager is responsible for developing processes to assure evidence based clinical outcomes and patient safety initiatives. The manager is responsible for the daily planning, work scheduling and coordination of education, and operational performance. Retains 24-hour responsibility, but may utilize supervisory staff to operationalize activities. The manager is expected to independently carry out assigned responsibilities but seeks guidance from the director and/or upper management given unusual or unanticipated circumstances that require deviation of policy/practice or allocation of funds to resolve. Reports to the Director or Respiratory Care.</div>
</div></li></ul></div></li><li><div><div><b>ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</b></div>
<ul><li><div>Develops strategies for frontline patient safety engagement and accountability.
</div></li><li><div>Facilitates a safe environment and just culture of patient safety through the development and management of activities that reduce the risk of injury to patients, visitors, and stakeholders and promotes reporting of events.</div>
</li><li><div>Leads efforts associated with new knowledge and innovation including interdisciplinary quality initiatives (unit specific quality improvement projects, Patient Satisfaction, and Culture of Safety surveys), evidence based practice projects and clinical research.</div>
</li><li><div>Performs other duties as assigned.
</div></li></ul></div></li><li><div><div><b>LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS</b></div>
<ul><li><div>Current registration as a Registered Respiratory Therapist from the National Board of Respiratory Care. NPS certification required. Must maintain licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.</div>
</li></ul></div></li><li><div><div><b>MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS</b></div>
<ul><li><div>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree required.
</div></li><li><div>Minimum of three to five years&rsquo; experience in pediatric Respiratory Care required.
</div></li><li><div>One to three years&rsquo; management level experience preferred.
</div></li><li><div>Demonstrated excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to plan, develop, coordinate and maintain a professional work environment.
</div></li><li><div>Must have interpersonal skills to communicate detailed clinical observations and evaluations with other members of the healthcare team.
</div></li><li><div>Must have analytical skills necessary to assess and prioritize care based on assessments.
</div></li><li><div>Besides managerial activities, must possess the ability to identify problems and implement solutions for operational and organizational issues.
</div></li><li><div>Interpersonal skills necessary in order to direct and assign work to subordinates, explain hospital and department policies and procedures and communicate effectively with other professionals.
</div></li><li><div>CPR Training, PALS, and Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) designation required and/or must be obtained within 45 days of hire.</div>
</li></ul></div></li><li><div><div><b>WORKING CONDITIONS</b></div>
<ul><li><div><div>Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature and the like</div>
</div></li></ul></div></li><li><div><div><b>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS</b></div>
<ul><li><div><div>Click here to view physical requirements.</div>
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Location: Childrens Hospital of The Kings Daughters &middot; Respiratory Care<br>
Schedule: Full-Time, Days/Nights</div>

Clinical Practice Manager, Respiratory Care

Mission Health

<p></p><div><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Introduction</b></h5><p>
Are you ready to manage in a new era as a Manager of Respiratory Services where building a healthier tomorrow is more than a job? Our Mission Hospital team is committed to partnership, innovation, legacy and improving more lives in more ways. Share your resume today.</p><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Benefits</b></h5><p>
Mission Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:</p><ul><li>
Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.</li><li>
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.</li><li>
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing<br>
</li><li>401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)<br>
</li><li>Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock<br>
</li><li>Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.<br>
</li><li>Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more<br>
</li><li>Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts<br>
</li><li>Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships<br>
</li><li>Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)<br>
</li><li>Colleague recognition program<br>
</li><li>Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)<br>
</li><li>Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.</li></ul><p>
Learn more about Employee Benefits</p><p><b><i>
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.</i></b><br>
</p><p>Our teams are dedicated to improving human life. Each year about five percent of all U.S. hospital services happen at an HCA Healthcare facility. Be an impact as a Manager of Respiratory Services where your passion for leading and creativity are valued? We want your knowledge and expertise!</p><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Summary and Qualifications</b></h5><p></p><p>
Supports area operations, programs, and activities consistent with senior leadership&rsquo;s objectives. Specific job duties will vary based on area served.</p><p>
Essential Accountabilities:</p><p></p><ul><li>
Assist with coordination of finances, CDM changes and clinical operations in managing Respiratory Care Services for Mission Health System and provide information to Saint Joseph&rsquo;s staff in keeping with the standards for Respiratory Care Services within Mission Health System. As well as Communicates information and direction from the director to the supervisory staff and any other pertinent leadership for the service.</li><li>
Manage all diagnostic labs reporting to Respiratory Care Service including both inpatient and outpatient areas.</li><li>
Manage Arterial Blood Gas Lab Operations and assist blood gas staff with supply related direction.
</li><li>Manage Pulmonary Function Lab Operations and Coordinate all AHA activities for Respiratory Services.</li><li>
Provide hardware computer support for Respiratory Services and Coordinate all AHA activities for Respiratory Services. Also provides Federal, State and regional information to the staff as well as upkeep and information on Licensure. Provides director as well as supervisors with a direct link to the Board for Respiratory Care in North Carolina.</li></ul><p></p><h6 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
What qualifications you will need:</b></h6><p>
Required Education: Bachelor's Degree, Graduate of any Respiratory Care Therapist Program approved by CoARC, and RRT.
</p><p>Preferred Education: Master's Degree, CPFT, RPFT
</p><p>Required License: BCLS may be required for those leaders providing patient care
</p><p>Preferred License: North Carolina Board of Respiratory Care RCP License
</p><p>Professional Organization requirements: American Association for Respiratory Care, North Carolina Society for Respiratory Care, College of American Pathologists Inspector, Advisory Board Member Respiratory Care MAHEC, Advisory Board Member Respiratory Care Southwestern Community College</p><p>
Required Experience: Three years of technical and managerial experience in area. Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, Internet and Intranet software and e- mail.<br>
</p><br>
<p></p><p>Mission Hospital, a member of Mission Health, an operating division of HCA Healthcare, located in Asheville, North Carolina, serves as the regional tertiary and quaternary care center in Western North Carolina and the adjoining region. Mission Hospital is licensed for 853 beds and is the region&rsquo;s only trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, Level III neonatal intensive care unit, and includes the only children&rsquo;s hospital in Western North Carolina. Mission Hospital is also a Magnet&reg; designated hospital for nursing excellence.</p><p>
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies&reg; by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.</p><br>
<p></p><p>&quot;There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it.&quot;- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.</p>
<p>If this is the kind of dynamic growth opportunity that compels you, apply for the Manager Respiratory Services role. We are interviewing apply today!</p><p><i>
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.</i></p></div>

Manager Respiratory Services

PIH Health

<div><p>The Respiratory Manager is responsible for the department&rsquo;s continuous, effective operation. Daily operation should include continuous improvement of all activities. Partners with the physicians and staff to improve the quality of care using evidence based practice. The Manager must exhibit knowledge of the principles of growth and development from newborn to geriatric patient population. The Manager leads by example, role models the organizational behavior standards, demonstrates accountability and teamwork while motivating others. Responsible for continuous compliance with all regulatory standards including Title XXII, CIHQ, CMS, Medicare Conditions of Participation, College of American Pathologist (CAP), and Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA).</p>
<p>PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. The fully integrated network is comprised of PIH Health Downey Hospital, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, 37 outpatient medical office buildings, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women&rsquo;s health, urgent care and emergency services. The organization is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care and patient experience, and the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has identified PIH Health as one of the nation&rsquo;s top hospital systems for best practices, cutting-edge advancements, quality of care and healthcare technology. For more information, visit PIHHealth.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Required Skills</b></h2><ul>
<li>Demonstrated leadership ability</li>
<li>Possess a broad knowledge of all modes of therapy being performed within this institution.</li>
<li>Team building skills.</li>
<li>Written and verbal communication skills.</li>
<li>Interpersonal competence.</li>
<li>Negotiation and confrontation skills.</li>
<li>Basic computer skills.</li>
<li>Organization skills.</li>
<li>Prioritization and time management skills</li>
<li>Principles of patient/family teaching</li>
<li>Fiscal responsibility</li>
<li>Knowledge of regulatory requirements</li>
<li>Perform additional tasks as assigned by Administrative Director.</li><br>
</ul><br>
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Experience</b></h2><p><b>
Required:</b></p>
<ul><li>Bachelor of Science degree or in the process of obtaining</li>
<li>Graduate of an approved AMA Accredited Respiratory Care Program</li>
<li>Licensed RCP by State of California</li>
<li>Credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Therapy as an RRT</li>
<li>Five years in respiratory therapy, to include emergency, critical and neonatal care</li>
<li>Minimum of three years supervisory experience</li>
<li>Exhibit skills and ability to accomplish computer operation</li>
<li>Exhibit skills and ability to properly understand and operate electronic monitoring devices</li>
<li>Competent to assess the appropriate care given to neonate, pediatric, adolescent or geriatric patients</li>
<li>Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP required by the American Heart Association.</li>
<li>Knowledge and understanding of Title XXII, CIHQ, CMS, Medicare Conditions of Participation, CAP, and CLIA regulatory standards.</li>
<li>Experience and meets requirements for CLIA blood gas laboratory</li>
</ul><br>
<b>Address</b><br>
11500 Brookshire Ave.<br>
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<b>Salary</b><br>
46.92-77.43<br>
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<b>Shift</b><br>
Days<br>
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<b>Zip Code</b><br>
90241</div>

Manager, Respiratory Services. Salaried

CHRISTUS Health

<div><b>Description</b><p><br>
Summary:</p>
<p>To manage the Respiratory Care, Cardiology-general, Bronchoscopy/PFT Lab, EEG, NCV/EMG, and Rehab Respiratory departments. Plans and implements the policies, procedures, and services for all the above departments. Ensures efficient and effective departmental operations.</p>
<p>Responsibilities:</p><br>
<ul><li>Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
</li><li>Maintains consistency with Administrative and Departmental policies with appropriate behavior, dress, attitude, attendance, confidentiality, professionalism, and reliability.
</li><li>Responsible for the oversight of clinical programming in the facility and for ensuring that Services meet the accreditation standards of TJC and are continuously ready for survey.
</li><li>Maintains and manages operating targets and capital budgets to meet and exceed financial goals.
</li><li>Creates an atmosphere where the organization&rsquo;s operating principles of patient safety and ongoing quality improvement are actively demonstrated; identifies and implements best practices and supports the transfer of such best practices to other organizations within CHRISTUS.
</li><li>Recruits, coaches, develops, supports, and leads direct reports to ensure the organization has the right leaders and successors to achieve their goals.
</li><li>Participates in the development and implementation of recruitment and retention programs and practices that support a competent and diverse workforce that contributes to the growth and success of the ministry.
</li><li>Creates team-based quality improvement plans, including the definition of team goals, utilizing performance measures and appropriate analysis tools, changing, and improving performance through feedback, coaching, and teaching.
</li><li>Develops relationships and incorporate input from Medical Staff on a regular basis.
</li><li>Coordinates the allocation of staff on a day-to-day basis to ensure the delivery of appropriate service by competent staff as defined by experience, education, and skill.
</li><li>Provides for and encourages an environment of self-development and continued learning.
</li><li>Additional responsibilities may include participation in space and equipment planning, participation in strategic planning for the department, planning for growth in the non-acute settings, and execution of those plans.
</li><li>Acts as a catalyst for change in the organization; responds to change with flexibility and adaptability to overcome organizational resistance and inertia; demonstrates the ability to focus and energize associates to work together for change; gains maximum support for others for new initiatives.
</li><li>Supports CHRISTUS Health by assuming any other responsibilities that are mutually agreed upon to ensure the effective functioning of the CHRISTUS Health Ministry.</li></ul>
<p>Job Requirements:</p><br>
<p><b>Education/Skills</b></p>
<ul><li>See licensure and/or certification requirements.
</li><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree Preferred.
</li></ul><p><b>Experience</b></p>
<ul><li>Minimum 5 years of clinical experience.
</li><li>Minimum 2 years of prior leadership experience.
</li></ul><p><b>Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications</b></p>
<ul><li>RT, RT PERM, RCP, or RCP PERM License in state of employment required.
</li><li>Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by NBRC required.</li></ul>
<p>In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p>Work Schedule:</p><br>
<p>MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE</p>
<p>Work Type:</p><br>
<p>Full Time</p></div>

Director Respiratory Therapy - Respiratory Therapy - Full Time

UPMC

<div><div><p>Under the general direction of a physician and by prescription, provides respiratory therapy services and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system. Demonstrates an advanced level of knowledge in respiratory care as defined by the business unit. Performs all duties of a Respiratory Therapist, RRT. Defined responsibilities are performed in all patient populations and in all patient service areas.<br>
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<b>Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Demonstrates advanced level of knowledge in high risk modalities specific to the business entity. Effectively administers all therapies such as Nitric Oxide (NO) administration and Tracheal Gas Insufflation (TGI). Performs advanced functions in non-traditional settings: OR, ED, Cath Lab, Lung Center, Recovery areas, Transport, etc. Performs bronchoscopy, Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) lab troubleshooting, completes pulmonary function tests, breath alcohol testing, EEG, EKG, Stress Testing, and 24-hour halter monitoring hook-up and scanning as needed.</li><li>
d.Monitors patient's physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes. Performs bronchopulmonary drainage and assists patient in performing breathing exercises. Performs pulmonary function tests to be used by physician in diagnosis of case. Consults with physician in the event of adverse reactions. e.Maintains patient's chart that contains pertinent identification and therapy information.*Orders repairs when needed.*Demonstrates respiratory care procedures to trainees and other health care personnel.*Supervises students during training.f.Assists to transport mechanically ventilated patients. Responds to all code situations.</li><li>
Evaluates the appropriateness of medical orders. Interprets clinical data to optimize patient clinical objectives.</li><li>
Performs the duties of a Respiratory Therapist, RRT:a. Reads prescription, measures arterial blood gases, and reviews patient information to assess patient condition and determine requirements for treatment, such as type and duration of therapy, and medication dosages. Determines most suitable method of administering inhalants, precautions to be observed, and modifications which may be needed that will be compatible with physician's orders.b.Evaluates the appropriateness of medical orders. Interprets clinical data to optimize patient clinical objectives.c.Sets up and operates devices, such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators. Operates equipment to ensure specified parameters of treatment, such as volume, gas concentration, humidity, and temperature, and to administer medicinal gases and aerosol drugs to patients. Observes equipment function and adjusts equipment to obtain optimum results to therapy. Inspects and tests respiratory therapy equipment to ensure equipment functions safely and efficiently.</li><li>
Functions as a Lead Respiratory Therapist (i.e., Charge Duty) as needed in the absence of the Supervisor or Manager based on department need. Functions as a senior level resource to other staff to facilitate problem solving, provide training, and demonstrate techniques.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Graduate of a Co ARC (Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) approved Respiratory program required.
</li><li>In lieu of an associate's degree, must have 5 to 7 years of experience or have an NBRC Certification (The In lieu of an associate's degree language is NOT applicable in New York); bachelor's degree is preferred.
</li><li>Respiratory Therapists who receive their RRT credential from the NBRC after July 1, 2002, are required to maintain certification under the NBRC requirements.
</li><li>Two (2) years of total respiratory care experience with a minimum of one (1) year in critical care is required.
</li><li>Must successfully complete one (1) approved project from the department's project list during each annual performance review period. Project approved within 3 months of hire.<br>
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<b>Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:</b><br>
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.Employees practicing in Pennsylvania: Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required. Employees practicing in Maryland: Maryland Respiratory Therapist license required. Employees practicing in New York: Respiratory Therapist license required, Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from NBRC required.<br>
</li><li>Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)</li><li>
Osteopathic Respiratory Care OR Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCP)</li><li>
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)</li><li>
Act 33 with renewal</li><li>
Act 34 with renewal</li><li>
Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal</li></ul><p><b><br>
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran</b></p></div></div>

Sr. Respiratory Therapist, RRT - UPMC Mercy

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