Manager, Respiratory Care

University of Arkansas at Little Rock; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a Respiratory Care Manager responsible for supervising the respiratory department's daily operations and providing education and consultant services. Candidates with a bachelor's degree in Respiratory Care and a valid respiratory therapist license, along with several years of experience in the field, are encouraged to apply. This role is key in ensuring high-quality patient care and departmental effectiveness within a collaborative healthcare environment.

Benefits

Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available

Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave

Education discount for staff and dependents

Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution

Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000

Career Training and Educational Opportunities

Concierge prescription delivery

Qualifications

• 3 or more years of Respiratory Care experience is required.
• Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license required.
• Must hold a current Arkansas Licensed Respiratory Therapy Practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and coordinates daily operations of the respiratory department.
• Provides expertise as a consultant, educator, clinician, and role model.
• Maintains awareness of departmental status and potential problems.

Skills

Basic Life Support

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Care

Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license

Current Arkansas Licensed Respiratory Therapy Practitioner (LRCP)

Job description

Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.Microsoft.com , then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions. Students at University of Arkansas System two-year institutions will also view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Jobs for Students”.

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

Closing Date:

06/16/2025

Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.Microsoft.com , then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions. Students at University of Arkansas System two-year institutions will also view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Jobs for Students”.

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

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Closing Date:

06/16/2025

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click theApply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] .

Department:

ICE | NRSL Respiratory Therapy IP C

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Respiratory Care Manager is a professional Registered Respiratory Care practitioner who leads under the direction of the Respiratory Care Director. The Respiratory Care Manager is responsible for supervising and coordinating daily operations of the respiratory department, including patient care and clinic/unit business processes. As part of the UAMS Respiratory Care leadership team, Respiratory Care Manager provides expertise as a consultant, educator, clinician, and role model promoting the development of professional standards and improvement of quality patient care.

Qualifications:

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Care

• 3 or more years of Respiratory Care experience

• Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license

• Must hold a current Arkansas Licensed Respiratory Therapy Practitioner (LRCP)

Preferred

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

• Adult Critical Care Specialty in Respiratory Care (ACCS)

• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

Special knowledge, abilities and skills:

• Basic Life Support (BLS)

• Microsoft Word and Excel

• Employees in this role must be fitted for, capable of donning and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment to include N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR) or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR).

Additional Information:

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrates effective analytical abilities to identify department needs that require intervention and/or revision.

• Serves as a liaison with Director and Administration, exchanging information and identifying problems or needs related to clinical activity.

• Maintains awareness of departmental status and potential problems by functioning as a working supervisor.

• Assists in developing, interpreting, and implementing policies, guidelines, protocol, job descriptions, and performance appraisals annually.

• Coordinates scheduling of leave time.

• Demonstrates good managerial judgment in assigning duties appropriate to each individual.

• Other duties as assigned.

#UAMSRespiratory

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact [e-mail] for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing

Frequent Physical Activity:

Feeling, Grasping, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Sharps, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Crawling, Crouching, Kneeling, Reaching, Sitting, Stooping

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

About the company

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a public research university in Little Rock, Arkansas.

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