Job Description
Job Summary
The Director, Respiratory Therapy oversees the daily operations of the Respiratory Care department, ensuring efficient, high-quality healthcare services. This role is responsible for administrative, fiscal, and clinical functions, quality control, performance improvement, and compliance with regulatory requirements. The Director plans, organizes, directs, and evaluates departmental work, collaborating with other areas of the hospital to support integrated patient care.
Essential Functions

• Provides strategic leadership and direction for the Respiratory Care department, ensuring alignment with the health system's mission, vision, and values.
• Manages daily operations, including administrative, fiscal, and clinical activities, to ensure effective and high-quality patient care.
• Develops, implements, and monitors departmental policies, procedures, and performance objectives to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, and accreditation guidelines related to respiratory care services.
• Conducts ongoing staff evaluations and competency assessments, promoting professional growth and development.
• Manages the department's budget, demonstrating fiscal accountability and effective resource allocation.
• Implements quality improvement initiatives, incorporating patient satisfaction and outcome data into department goals.
• Coordinates with other departments to resolve issues, improve patient care delivery, and achieve organization-wide goals.
• Evaluates and recommends capital equipment and supply needs, coordinating with senior management for procurement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy required
• Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy, Healthcare Administration, or a related field preferred
• 5-7 years of experience in respiratory therapy, with at least three (3) years in a managerial or leadership role required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of respiratory care practices, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster teamwork and collaboration.
• Proficiency in budget management, resource allocation, and financial analysis.
• Ability to implement quality improvement strategies and performance management techniques.
• Proficient in hospital software and electronic medical record (EMR) systems.

Licenses and Certifications

• RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist required or
• CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required and
• Health ServicesACLS required

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