Evening Respiratory Therapy Manager | Lead & Develop Team

MaineHealth; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 105,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Flexible work options

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

MaineHealth seeks an experienced Respiratory Therapist to join the leadership team as Manager - Respiratory Therapy at MaineMedical Center. The role oversees the evening shift, reports to the Director of Respiratory Therapy, and combines operational, clinical, and people leadership.

The manager will develop staff, monitor quality and patient safety, and drive performance improvements across the department while collaborating with nursing and medical staff to ensure high-quality care.

Qualifications

• AS degree in Respiratory care is required.
• State licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner in Maine required.
• RBCR credential: Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC).
• BLS and NRP credentials required; PALS/ACLS preferred.
• Four years of clinical respiratory therapy experience.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities for staff development.

Responsibilities

• Manage staffing, resources, workflow, and operations per dept guidelines.
• Complete charge review and address identified concerns.
• Lead clinical audits for quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Provide clinical instruction, education, and competency support.
• Support onboarding, orientation, and ongoing staff development.
• Coach and address performance concerns with appropriate follow-up.
• Collaborate with nursing and other leaders on patient-care issues.
• Partner with Director on initiatives and quality improvement.
• Participate in leadership meetings and departmental planning.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Staff development

Coaching

Performance management

Collaboration

Education

AS degree in Respiratory care

State license as Respiratory Care Practitioner (Maine)

Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC)

BLS & NRP credentials

PALS & ACLS preferred

Job description

MaineHealth seeks an experienced Respiratory Therapist to join the leadership team as Manager - Respiratory Therapy at MaineMedical Center. The role oversees the evening shift, reports to the Director of Respiratory Therapy, and combines operational, clinical, and people leadership.

The manager will develop staff, monitor quality and patient safety, and drive performance improvements across the department while collaborating with nursing and medical staff to ensure high-quality care.