Director, Respiratory Therapy - Crystal River

Tampa General Hospital; Florida; On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Tampa General Hospital seeks a Director of Respiratory Therapy for the Crystal River area. The role oversees Respiratory Care, EEG, and EKG operations, focusing on quality care, regulatory compliance, and strategic department leadership.

The Director will plan staffing, manage the department budget, and drive performance improvement while coordinating with other hospital areas to ensure safe, efficient patient care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy required.
• Respiratory Therapy license in the state of Florida required.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications (ARC/AHA) required.
• Five years of clinical experience in respiratory care with at least two years in supervision/management.
• Experience with budgeting, performance improvement, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Leads daily operations of Respiratory Care, EEG, and EKG departments.
• Develops staffing plans based on workload and performance goals.
• Oversees budget, cost analyses, and resource utilization.
• Ensures regulatory compliance and quality improvement initiatives.
• Guides staff development, performance appraisals, and interviews.

Skills

Staff supervision

Budget management

Regulatory compliance

Process improvement

Education and training

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Respiratory Therapy license in Florida

Job description

Job Description - Director, Respiratory Therapy - Crystal River (260002T0)

Job Number:

260002T0

Description

The Director of Respiratory Therapy is responsible for the daily operations of the Respiratory Care, EEG, and EKG departments including all administrative, fiscal, and technical activities to ensure efficient provision of high quality health care services. The Director is responsible for quality control activities, performance improvement, and clinical operations of the department. Additionally, the Director plans, organizes, directs, and evaluates the work of the department and coordinates its efforts with other areas of the hospital. The Director is also responsible for meeting all regulatory requirements related to Respiratory Care services.

Essential Functions:

• Leads routine staff meetings focused on short- and long-term goals.
• Develops and implements department staffing plans based on workload.
• Identifies and addresses staff development needs through education, coaching, and mentoring.
• Ensures timely completion of performance appraisals.
• Manages department budget, justifying expenditures and variances in operations reports.
• Conducts cost/benefit analyses for new services and ensures efficient use of resources.
• Maintains compliance with infection control, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Promotes process improvement and quality outcomes through patient education and adherence to core measures.
• Stays updated on industry trends and attends mandatory training and continuing education programs.

Participates in interviews, selects staff, completes their performance appraisals and provides input on disciplinary actions according to People and Talent guidelines.

Qualifications

Required: Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Respiratory Therapy license in the state of Florida

Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Red Cross (ARC) o Advanced Life Support (ACLS)

American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA)

American Heart Association (AHA) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Experience: Five years’ clinical experience in area of specialty or related clinical field with at least two years’ supervisory or management experience.