Manager Sleep Health and Home Therapy

AARC; Hellertown (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AARC in Hellertown, PA seeks an experienced Respiratory Therapist to direct CPAP program implementation, train staff on device programming, settings, ramp, humidification, and proper documentation across shifts. You will oversee clinical operations, financial planning, quality improvement projects, and staff mentoring, ensuring treatments for the patient population are delivered safely and efficiently.

This role requires strong communication, regulatory knowledge, and the ability to coordinate

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy, Sleep, or related healthcare program.
• 1 year in Sleep Medicine, home health care, hospital, or physician office setting.
• Knowledge of PAP adherence, pressure adjustments, mask fittings, and sleep apnea care management.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, guidelines, and standards by regulatory agencies and AASM.
• Strong verbal and communication skills.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work within schedule constraints.
• CRT or RPSGT credential on hire.

Responsibilities

• Directs staff training sessions on CPAP device programming, including pressure settings, ramp, humidification, and documentation.
• Manages clinical operations, business and financial planning, and quality improvement projects.
• Ensures staff are equipped to configure devices safely and accurately.
• Serves as a subject matter expert for CPAP device setup to support the department.
• Provides direct patient care, as needed, to support department staffing needs.
• Performs functional tests and quality checks before dispatch.

Skills

Staff training

CPAP device programming

Clinical operations management

Quality improvement

Strong communication

Documentation & troubleshooting

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy or Sleep or related healthcare program

Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy or Sleep Science

Job description

Summary

Directs, manages and provides patient care in accordance with department policy and procedure. Coordinates care, oversees staffing, guides and mentors assigned team to ensure treatments for the patient population are rendered appropriately. Manages material, financial, and human resources within assigned area. Assumes accountability for the development and implementation of programming and services within area of responsibility.

Job Duties

• Conducts staff training sessions on CPAP device programming including, proper configuration of pressure settings, ramp, humidification, and comfort features as well as proper documentation and troubleshooting.
• Manages clinical operations, business and financial planning, and quality improvement projects.
• Ensures staff are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to configure devices safely and accurately.
• Serves as a subject matter expert for CPAP device setup to support department.
• Provides direct patient care, as needed, to support department staffing needs.
• Performs functional tests and quality checks before dispatch.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree Registered Respiratory Therapy or Sleep or related healthcare program.
• 1 year in one of the following settings: Sleep Medicine, home health care, hospital, physician office setting.
• In-depth understanding of disease processes related to CPAP/NIV utilization, including but not limited to PAP adherence, PAP pressure adjustments, mask fittings and hospital to home sleep apnea care management.
• Demonstrated knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, and standards as set forth by regulatory agencies and the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.
• Strong verbal and communication skills.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work within schedule constraints and handle emergent requirements in a timely manner.
• Ability to exercise judgement in making critical decisions.
• CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist - National Board for Respiratory Care or RPSGT (Registered Polysomnographic Technologist upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy or Sleep Science accredited by the commission of accreditation for Respiratory Care
• 3 years in one of the following settings: Sleep Medicine, home health care, hospital, physician office setting.
• Knowledge of billing and responsibility for capturing appropriate billing charges under the remote monitoring program
• Ability to incorporate strategies for interacting with persons from diverse backgrounds
• Effective behavioral and educational strategies such as motivational interviewing, teach-back method, and self- management support
• Ability to set priorities to coordinate care plan efficiently
• RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) credential preferred.
• SDS (Sleep Disorders Specialist) credential preferred

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.