Director, Respiratory Therapy & Patient Care

Children's Hospital Colorado; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 138,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Hospital Colorado in Aurora, CO seeks a Director of Patient Care Services for Respiratory Therapy to lead the department, set strategic goals, and oversee clinical practice and staff development.

This executive role drives evidence-based care, quality and safety initiatives, budget management, and representation with professional bodies, while mentoring managers and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Advanced Respiratory Care or related health care field.
• Five (5) years of clinical experience.
• Three (3) years of clinical leadership experience.
• Pediatric experience preferred.
• Certification as CRT within two (2) years of hire if that is an area of specialty.
• Current Colorado RRT licensure required at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Leads and develops organizational objectives and strategic plans for the department.
• Directs implementation of goals, policies, procedures, and performance standards.
• Promotes evidence-based medicine and nursing and supports family-centered care.
• Drives process improvement, safety and cost-management across the service area.
• Mentors and coaches department leaders and manages resource allocation.

Skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Budget management

Education

Master's degree in Advanced Respiratory Care or related health care field

Job description

Children's Hospital Colorado in Aurora, CO seeks a Director of Patient Care Services for Respiratory Therapy to lead the department, set strategic goals, and oversee clinical practice and staff development.

This executive role drives evidence-based care, quality and safety initiatives, budget management, and representation with professional bodies, while mentoring managers and ensuring regulatory compliance.