Manager of Respiratory Therapy

St. Mary's Health Care System; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary's Health Care System in Georgia seeks a Respiratory Therapist to oversee daily operations, staffing, and department standards. You will provide direct patient care across age ranges, mentor staff, and participate in student rotations.

Expect to maintain licensure and certifications (GA RCP, NBRC-registered; BLS/ACLS; neonatal). Management experience is preferred, with a commitment to quality assurance and interdepartmental collaboration.

Qualifications

• Must have GA Respiratory Care Practitioner license in good standing
• Registered Respiratory Therapist via NBRC; maintain BLS/ACLS and neonatal certifications; bachelor’s degree preferred
• Minimum 3 years experience as a Therapist; management experience preferred
• Must develop and implement a quality assurance program and communicate effectively with physicians, patients and staff

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily operations, staffing, staff development, and department standards
• Keeps the director and medical director informed and involved as appropriate
• Provides direct patient care across ages neonate to geriatric as required
• Delivers education opportunities and interacts with physicians, patients, families and staff

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Leadership experience

Quality assurance

Team interaction

Patient education

3+ years experience as therapist

Education

Respiratory Care Practitioner License (GA)

Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC)

BLS

ACLS

Neonatal certification

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.