Pediatric Chronic Home Vent Program Manager

Virginia Commonwealth University Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health / CHoR seeks a Pediatric Chronic Home Ventilator Program Manager to lead respiratory care for children with chronic ventilation needs. You will work in a multidisciplinary clinic, coordinating with physicians, nurses, home care vendors, and families to optimize care and outcomes.

The role emphasizes clinical oversight, education, and collaboration, with opportunities to contribute to quality improvement and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Requires NBRC certification and Virginia license as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Experience with chronic/home ventilator care and pediatrics is preferred.
• Strong communication and education skills for patients, families, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversees pediatric home ventilator/tracheostomy program within a multidisciplinary clinic.
• Coordinates care with physicians, nurses, home care vendors, and other team members.
• Reviews ventilator data and supports clinical decision-making.
• Coordinates testing, equipment, and therapy services with external providers.
• Participates in clinics, rounds, and care planning; contributes respiratory expertise.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Program management

Data collection & reporting

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education & training

Education

Bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy

Licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Respiratory Therapist

NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) / CRT

CPFT or RPFT certification (preferred)

Current CPR certification

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Pediatric Chronic Home Vent Program Manager### Pediatric Chronic Home Vent Program ManagerApply: Richmond, VA: Full time: Posted Today: R47250The VCU Children’s Hospital of Richmond (CHoR) Chronic Home Ventilator Program Manager (CHV PM) will manage pediatric home ventilator/tracheostomy program that encompasses clinical care within a multidisciplinary clinic and a growing community outreach and engagement program.**Essential Job Statements**Respiratory Therapy Support (60%)Provides respiratory care assessment, monitoring, and coordination for patients requiring chronic and home ventilatory support, including oversight of in-clinic and remote respiratory management.Collaborates with physicians, nurse navigators, home care vendors, and multidisciplinary team members to implement, adjust, and maintain respiratory care plans and goals of care.Reviews respiratory data and clinical information to support timely clinical decision-making, including ventilator performance, compliance, and patient status.Coordinates respiratory testing, equipment, and therapy services, ensuring appropriate ordering, documentation, and follow-through with external providers and vendors.Participates in multidisciplinary clinics, rounds, and care planning activities, contributing respiratory expertise to comprehensive patient management.Provides education and support to patients, caregivers, staff, and healthcare partners related to respiratory care, equipment uses, and disease management.Clinic Operations Support (30%)Supports clinical operations and program management activities, including patient onboarding, clinic preparation, follow-up communication, and quality improvement tracking.Assists with data collection, tracking, and reporting related to patient outcomes, program metrics, and compliance for quality improvement and operational needs.Research Support (10%)Provides research support and coordination by collaborating with research teams, supporting study activities, maintaining required training, and assisting with data management and dissemination.Other DutiesPerforms other duties as assigned in support of patient care, program operations, education, and research initiatives.**Patient Population**Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide equitable care appropriate to the age of the patients served on their assigned unit.Demonstrates knowledge and related competencies of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age, specific needs and to provide the equitable care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.**Employment Qualifications**Required Education:Education, training and/or experience that has satisfied the eligibility requirements for the National Board for Respiratory Care (or its predecessor organizations)Combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.Preferred Education:Bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy from an accredited programLicensure/Certification Required:Licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Respiratory Therapist required.Current registry from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)/(\\*CRT) required.Current CPR certification is required by practice setting.\\*Hires before 1/1/2015 with a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) certification will be grandfathered into this role.Licensure/Certification Preferred:NBRC CPFT or RPFT certificationACLS/PALS CertificationMinimum QualificationsYears and Type of Required Experience5 years of experience as a Respiratory TherapistOther Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:Familiarity and experience with patients with neuromuscular respiratory impairmentFamiliarity with regional and local landscape.Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism. Computer skills and proficiencyCultural ResponsivenessExcellent interpersonal skills required and ability to interact professionally and gain trust with culturally diverse individuals.Ability to show empathy.Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU and VCU Health.Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:**Working Conditions**Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.General office environment. May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions. Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids. \\*May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials. \\*May have periods of constant interruptions.Call may be required based on operational needs of the clinic.**Physical Requirements**Physical Demands: Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.), Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.), Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.), Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.), Stoop, Kneel, Squat, Crawling, Climbing, Balance, BendingWork Position: Sitting, Walking, Standing**Additional Physical Requirements/ Hazards**Physical Requirements: Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination), Maneuver weight of patients, Hear alarms/telephone/tape recorder, Reach above shoulder, Repetitive arm/hand movements, Finger Dexterity, Color VisionHazards: Use of Latex Gloves, Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents, Exposure to moving mechanical parts, Exposure to dust/fumes, Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy, Exposure to high pitched noises, Gaseous risk exposure**Mental/Sensory – Emotional**Mental / Sensory: Strong Recall, Reasoning, Problem Solving, Hearing, Speak Clearly, Write Legibly, Reading, Logical ThinkingEmotional: Fast-paced environment, Steady Pace, Able to Handle Multiple Priorities, Frequent and Intense Customer Interactions, Noisy Environment, Able to Adapt to Frequent ChangeCompensation Range$36.31 - $56.29Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications. 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