Manager, Respiratory Therapy - Pediatrics

AMN Healthcare; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC is seeking a Respiratory Therapy - Pediatrics Manager to lead the pediatric respiratory care team. This permanent full-time role requires strong leadership, clinical expertise, and the ability to manage around-the-clock operations to support high-quality patient care.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of clinical management in respiratory care, a CoARC-accredited program, NBRC RRT registration, and a Bachelor’s degree (Healthcare Administration or related

Qualifications

• Three or more years of clinical management experience in Respiratory Care.
• Complex critical care experience preferred.
• Completion of a CoARC approved respiratory care program.
• Registration (RRT) by NBRC required/maintained.

Responsibilities

• Oversee 24-hour operation of assigned clinical areas and teams.
• Direct clinical practice, quality/safety metrics, and professionalism.
• Ensure cardiopulmonary services are delivered effectively.
• May oversee other departments such as EKG or PFT depending on location.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical management

Respiratory care

Budgeting

Staff development

Education

CoARC accredited respiratory care program

Bachelor’s in Respiratory Care

Healthcare Administration

Master’s degree or higher preferred

Tools

NBRC RRT certification

Job description

Our client is seeking a qualified Respiratory Therapy - Pediatrics Manager at their hospital in Durham, NC. This is a permanent full-time position.

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

About Duke University Hospital:

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of Duke Health's four hospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.

Experience:

The ideal candidate will have strong clinical knowledge and expertise in respiratory care, as well as strong leadership and management experience. Three or more years of clinical management experience in Respiratory Care is preferred. Complex critical care experience is preferred.

General Description:

Responsible for the effective and efficient operation of the assigned clinical areas and team members on a 24-hour basis. Accountable for the overall direction, operations, strategic direction, clinical practice, quality/safety metrics, and professionalism. Ensure effective delivery of clinical practice related to the provision of cardiopulmonary services. Manager may oversee other departments, i.e. EKG, PFT, depending upon location.

Education:

Completion of a CoARC approved respiratory care program. Bachelor’s in respiratory care, Healthcare Administration, or other healthcare leadership related field. Master’s degree or higher preferred.

Licensure, and/or Certification:

Registration (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Maintains clinical competencies for assigned clinical areas and provides direct care, supervision, guidance, or managerial direction as needed.