Director - Respiratory - FT - Days - MHW

Memorial Healthcare System; Florida; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Healthcare System in Pembroke Pines, FL seeks a Director of Respiratory Services to provide strategic, clinical and operational leadership for all Respiratory Care Services. You will ensure high‑quality, safe patient care in line with regulatory standards and organizational goals.

The role requires building staffing models, leveraging data analytics, and partnering with infection prevention and leadership to improve outcomes, reduce HAIs, and standardize care across ICU, ED, NICU and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field required.
• ACLS, BLS, NRP and PALS certifications required or strongly preferred.
• State licensure as a Respiratory Therapist (RT) in Florida or applicable state.
• Minimum five years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist; at least three years in leadership/management.

Responsibilities

• Directs and oversees daily operations of Respiratory Care Services (RC).
• Develops departmental goals aligned with organizational strategies and uses data to drive improvements.
• Collaborates with Infection Prevention and clinical leadership to reduce HAIs and improve outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Data Analytics

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field

ACLS Certification

BLS Certification

NRP Certification

PALS Certification

RT License

Job description

Location

Pembroke Pines, Florida

At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.

Summary

The Director of Respiratory Services provides strategic, clinical, and operational leadership for all Respiratory Care Services for the Respiratory Therapy Department. This role ensures high-quality, safe, and cost-effective patient care in alignment with regulatory standards, organizational goals, and evidence-based practices.

Responsibilities

Directs and oversees daily operations of Respiratory Care Services (RC). Develops departmental goals aligned with organizational strategies. Utilizes rounding, real-time feedback, and patient/family insights to identify opportunities and drive service recovery. Ensures appropriate staffing models, scheduling, and productivity management. Partners with Infection Prevention and clinical leadership to develop, implement, and monitor respiratory care practices that reduce healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), including ventilator-associated events (VAE/VAP). Partners with physician and leadership to enhance clinical outcomes, quality metrics, and patient experience. Leverage data analytics to monitor, trend, and improve clinical, operational, and workforce outcomes across respiratory services. Champions evidence-based practice and standardization of care across the respiratory therapy continuum. Ensures delivery of evidence-based respiratory care across all settings (ICU, ED, NICU, Inpatient, Outpatient). Standardized clinical protocols (e.g., Ventilator Management, Bronchodilator Therapy and Oxygen Therapy). Monitors clinical outcomes and drives quality improvement initiatives.

Competencies

Business Acumen, Concern for Quality, Develop Relationships, Lead Through Vision, Manage Performance

Education And Certification Requirements

Bachelors (Required) ACLS American Heart E-Card (ACLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), NRP Certification (NRP) - American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), PALS American Academy of Pediatrics (PALS AAP) - American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), Registered Respiratory Therapist (RT LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)

Additional Job Information

Complexity of Work: This role requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience: A minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist. At least three (3) years of leadership/management experience. Other Information: Additional Information: Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy, Healthcare Administration or related field required National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) is preferred.

Working Conditions And Physical Requirements

• Bending and Stooping = 80%
• Climbing = 0%
• Keyboard Entry = 80%
• Kneeling = 80%
• Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 80%
• Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
• Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
• Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
• Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
• Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
• Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Reaching = 80%
• Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 0%
• Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 80%
• Running = 60%
• Sitting = 60%
• Squatting = 80%
• Standing = 80%
• Walking = 80%
• Audible Speech = 80%
• Hearing Acuity = 80%
• Smelling Acuity = 60%
• Taste Discrimination = 0%
• Depth Perception = 80%
• Distinguish Color = 80%
• Seeing - Far = 80%
• Seeing - Near = 80%
• Bio hazardous Waste = 80%
• Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 80%
• Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 80%
• Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 80%
• Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 80%
• Asbestos = 0%
• Cytotoxic Chemicals = 60%
• Dust = 60%
• Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 80%
• Hazardous Chemicals = 0%
• Hazardous Medication = 60%
• Latex = 60%
• Computer Monitor = 80%
• Domestic Animals = 60%
• Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%
• Fire Risk = 40%
• Hazardous Noise = 40%
• Heating Devices = 60%
• Hypoxia = 0%
• Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%
• Magnetic Fields = 80%
• Moving Mechanical Parts = 80%
• Needles/Sharp Objects = 80%
• Potential Electric Shock = 40%
• Potential for Physical Assault = 60%
• Radiation = 60%
• Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
• Unprotected Heights = 0%
• Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 60%

Shift

Primarily for office workers - not eligible for shift differential

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

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