Manager of Respiratory Therapy

Trinity Health; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health in Georgia is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist Manager to lead daily operations, staffing, and staff development while ensuring high standards of care across all ages. The role requires licensure in Georgia and NBRC registration, with BLS/ACLS/neonatal certifications current.

Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 3 years of therapist experience and preferred management background to drive quality assurance and interdepartmental collaboration within the Respiratory Care

Qualifications

• Must have and maintain Respiratory Care Practitioner License from Georgia.
• Graduate of AMA 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.
• Minimum of 3 years experience as a Therapist.
• Management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations, staffing, and staff development (licensure, competency, orientation, etc.).
• Enforce billing and documentation standards.
• Provide direct patient care across ages neonate through geriatric as needed and educate staff.
• Communicate with the director and medical director as appropriate.
• Develop and implement a consistent quality assurance program.

Skills

QA program development

Staff communication

Interdepartmental collaboration

Education

AMA approved Respiratory Therapy program

Registered Respiratory Therapist NBRC

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.