Manager Respiratory Care

Lehigh Valley Health Network; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a manager for the Respiratory Therapy Department in Allentown, PA. The ideal candidate will lead day-to-day operations, manage budgets, and coordinate projects to meet department objectives while ensuring high-quality care for both inpatient and outpatient services.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, possess extensive experience in healthcare administration, and be knowledgeable about Respiratory Therapy responsibilities. A Master's degree and relevant certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• 5 years of healthcare administrative experience in an acute care environment.
• CRT certification within 1 year of hire.
• RRT certification upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Oversees goal setting, budget management, and results.
• Develops and implements systems for consistent care evaluation.
• Monitors budgets and justifies expenses.

Skills

Healthcare administration

Microsoft Office proficiency

Respiratory Therapist knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Health Care Administration or related field

Master’s Degree in Health Care Administration or related field

Job description

Summary

Plans, directs, organizes, leads, and coordinates the day-to-day operation of the Respiratory Therapy Department, both inpatient and outpatient services (inpatient services include both adult, neonatal, and pediatric patients served; outpatient services include Pulmonary Function Testing).

Job Duties

• Oversees goal setting, budget management, and results.
• Develops and implements systems that enable consistent evaluation of care provided.
• Manages budget in response to department requirements and monitors budget reports, justifying expenses.
• Assists in the development and implementation of policies/protocols/standards designed to facilitate improved care practices.
• Coordinates projects to meet established objectives and to operationalize LVHN vision.
• Develops goals for the department that are measurable and consistent with the mission, strategic plan, and quality improvement plans.
• Administers interviews; selects and hires all department personnel.
• Monitors outcomes of budgets, clinical interventions, and customer satisfaction; facilitates appropriate intervention.
• Participates in research and integrates appropriate research findings into delivery of patient care.
• Provides clinical, consultative, technical, or informational services as needed to staff, other disciplines, patients, and/or families.
• Reviews activities of department units and facilitates needs of customers are being met in a cost-effective manner.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Health Care Administration, Science, Business, or related field.
• Master’s Degree in Health Care Administration, Science, Business, or related field.
• 5 years Healthcare Administrative experience in an acute care environment.
• Understanding of Respiratory Therapist responsibilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist NBRC - State of Pennsylvania within 1 Year.
• RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist NBRC - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years familiarity with the technical and managerial aspects of a Respiratory Therapy Department.
• RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist NBRC - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire.

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer

This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.