Manager of Respiratory Therapy

St. Mary's Health Care System; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary's Health Care System in Athens, GA is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapy Leader to oversee daily operations, staffing, and staff development. You will ensure high standards of care, support education, and manage billing/documentation in collaboration with the medical team.

The role requires Georgia licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner, NBRC registration, BLS/ACLS, neonatal certs, and 3+ years of therapy experience; management background is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must hold and maintain a Respiratory Care Practitioner License in Georgia.
• Graduate of an AMA-approved Respiratory Therapy program and NBRC Registered.
• Maintain BLS, ACLS, and neonatal certifications; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of therapist experience; management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations, staffing, and staff development for the department.
• Enforce billing and documentation standards; keep leadership informed.
• Provide direct patient care from neonate to geriatric when needed; educate staff.
• Develop and implement quality assurance programs; coordinate with physicians and teams.

Skills

Respiratory Care Practitioner License

Registered Respiratory Therapist

BLS

ACLS

Neonatal certifications

Communication skills

Education

APR program graduate

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description:

This position has 24 hour a day responsibility for daily operations, staffing, staff development (licensure, competency, orientation, etc.), communication, supplies, patient assignment, student rotations, department standards of care and procedures. Enforces the billing and documentation standards. Keeps the director and medical director informed and involved as appropriate. Able to provide direct patient care for patients’ ages neonate through geriatric as necessary and provide the appropriate educational opportunities as required for the department.

Position Requirements:

• A: Licensure/Certification/Registration: Must have and maintain a Respiratory Care Practitioner License from the State of Georgia. It is the individual’s responsibility to meet all educational, ethical and moral qualifications necessary to maintain a license in good standing. Membership in a professional organization preferred.


• B: Education: Must be a graduate of A.M.A. approved Respiratory Therapy program. Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist via the National Board of Respiratory Care. Must maintain BLS, ACLS and neonatal certifications. Bachelor’s degree preferred.


• C: Experience: Minimum of 3 years experience as a Therapist. Management experience preferred.


• D: Special Qualifications: Must be able to develop and implement a consistent program for quality assurance. Must be able to communicate and address concerns identified in a suitable manner. Must be able to interact with Physicians, Patients, Family, Respiratory staff and ancillary staff. Communicates effectively with supervisors, physicians, employees and other departments. Deals with patients and staff in a caring, professional manner and encourages the same attitudes in his/her subordinates.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.