Lead Respiratory Care Practitioner

Black Women's Mental Health Institute; Sanitarium (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Women's Mental Health Institute is seeking a Respiratory Care Department Director to lead clinical and administrative operations, ensuring high-quality patient care and efficient department performance.

You will supervise staff, coordinate ventilator management, ensure infection control, and drive quality initiatives while mentoring the team in a compassionate environment.

Qualifications

• RRT credential, RCP license, and BLS certification required.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree; advanced certifications preferred (NRP, ACLS, PALS) and leadership experience.
• Experience in PICC, Peds, NICU settings advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supervises daily activities, schedules staff, and prioritizes workload.
• Performs patient assessments, ventilator management, and diagnostic evaluations.
• Provides expert clinical support and acts as a resource for the healthcare team.
• Ensures proper equipment, supplies, and infection control measures are maintained.
• Trains and orientates new staff, and participates in performance improvement initiatives.
• Assists with emergency resuscitations and maintains compliance with policies and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

RRT credential

RCP license

BLS certification

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

NRP

ACLS

PALS

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in related field

Tools

PICU

Peds

NICU

Job description

Role Overview

Leads the clinical and administrative management of respiratory care staff, ensuring high-quality patient care and efficient department operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervises daily activities, schedules staff, and prioritizes workload.
• Performs patient assessments, ventilator management, and diagnostic evaluations.
• Provides expert clinical support and acts as a resource for the healthcare team.
• Ensures proper equipment, supplies, and infection control measures are maintained.
• Trains and orientates new staff, and participates in performance improvement initiatives.
• Assists with emergency resuscitations and maintains compliance with policies and procedures.

Qualifications & Skills

• Required: RRT credential, RCP license, and BLS certification.
• Preferred: Bachelor's or Master's degree, advanced certifications (NRP, ACLS, PALS), and leadership experience.
• Technical expertise in PICC, Peds, and NICU settings is advantageous.

Essential Functions

Organizes department functions, administers therapies, educates patients, manages supplies, and ensures compliance with standards. Demonstrates leadership, clinical expertise, and a commitment to patient safety.