Manager of Respiratory Therapy

JOB DESCRIPTION Job Requirements

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for the overall management and supervision of the respiratory therapy

department, ensuring the provision of efficient and effective respiratory care services to

patients. This role involves overseeing respiratory therapists, coordinating schedules,

managing departmental budgets, and maintaining compliance with regulatory

standards. The respiratory manager collaborates with other healthcare professionals to

develop and implement respiratory care plans and protocols, ensuring optimal patient

outcomes.

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITES

1. Provide leadership and direction to respiratory therapy staff, including hiring,

training, and performance management.

2. Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment conducive to

professional growth and development.

3. Develop and implement departmental policies, procedures, and protocols to

ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices.

4. Oversee equipment maintenance and supply management to ensure the

availability of necessary resources for patient care.

5. Monitor departmental budgets and financial performance, identifying

opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.

6. Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop

individualized respiratory care plans for patients.

7. Develop and oversee educational programs for respiratory therapy staff to ensure

ongoing professional development and competency. Provide guidance and

support to respiratory therapists in staying abreast of advances in respiratory

care practices and technologies.

8. Facilitate the orientation and training of new respiratory therapy staff members.

9. Lead quality improvement initiatives related to respiratory care services, including

data collection, analysis, and performance improvement activities. Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements, accreditation standards,

and hospital policies and procedures.

10.Ensure the delivery of high-quality respiratory therapy services, including oxygen

therapy, mechanical ventilation, and aerosol therapy, among others.

11.Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to achieve

optimal outcomes.

12.Manages quality assurance of blood gas labs focusing on policy and procedure

and meeting all CAP regulatory requirements. This will include testing, validation

studies and correlations and daily maintenance.

LEADERSHIP ACCOUNTABILITIES (Supervisor / Manager)

1. Define and communicate a clear, compelling vision for the team that

effectively ties into the mission and vision of Health First, and

inspirationally leads the team to achieve that vision.

2. Provide leadership, motivation, coaching, feedback and support to

strengthen growth, development and wellness at work to build and foster

effective, high performing teams.

3. Lead change through effective communication, explaining the connection

and value to the organization, creating stronger buy-in and urgency, while

understanding impact to the team to obtain commitment.

4. Demonstrate openness to hearing diverse ideas and thoughts; create a

sense of inclusivity; and encourage collaboration across teams to help

break down silos to meet the team’s and organization’s goals.

5. Recruit, select, grow, and retain highly engaged, high performing diverse

and inclusive associates.

6. Demonstrate fiscal acumen and contribute to and support the strategic

direction of the areas of responsibility and organization.

Work Experience

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education : Associate degree in respiratory therapy or related field
• Licensure : Current State of Florida licensure as a Respiratory Therapist
• Certification :

o Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

o Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare

Provider Completion Card prior to start / transfer date and maintain

o Current American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support

(ACLS) Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start / transfer date

and maintain

o Current American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support

(PALS) Healthcare Provider Completion Card within 90 days of

start / transfer date and maintain

o Current American Heart Association Neonatal Resuscitation Program

Healthcare Provider Completion Card within 90 days of start / transfer date

and maintain if hospital assigned has a neonatal unit

therapy.

o Proficient in Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint

thinking skills.

o Skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships

with physicians, hospital staff, and vendors.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

stooping, kneeling, climbing, or crouching frequently.

without assistance.

environments including tight and confined spaces, including reaching out

and above shoulders, or overhead.

without assistance up to 90% of the assigned shift.

temperatures, air quality, lighting, and / or low to loud noise.

airborne particles following OSHA and CDC guidelines.

perimeter; may require use of personal vehicle.

Benefits

ABOUT HEALTH FIRST

At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve.