Regional Respiratory Operations Specialist

Theriversiderehab; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Theriversiderehab in the United States is seeking an Area Respiratory Operations Technician to support the Regional Director of Respiratory Services. This role oversees respiratory rehabilitation programs across multiple skilled nursing facilities, combining operational, clinical, and educational activities to ensure high-quality care.

The position focuses on operational program management, staff recruitment and training, equipment and inventory management, and collaboration with

Qualifications

• Proficiency in EHR systems and computer applications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
• Ability to travel regularly to assigned facilities within the region.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail for audits and compliance monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Track respiratory programs daily using multiple EHR and computer systems.
• Manage scheduling of respiratory therapy treatments, including weekends, and ensure staffing coverage.
• Conduct daily reviews of new patients, including key respiratory indicators, medication use, and diagnostic data.
• Complete order set audits, treatment evaluations, documentation, and care plan compliance checks.
• Maintain accurate patient and facility listings for oxygen and respiratory devices.
• Perform weekly audits of respiratory equipment, including oxygen concentrators, tanks, Airvo2, BiPAP, and CPAP devices.
• Communicate patient respiratory needs, recommendations, and referrals to nursing and therapy staff.
• Follow up on patient care and coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless care.
• Educate facility staff on proper use, maintenance, and replacement procedures for respiratory equipment.
• Assist with program implementation and updates to ensure consistent clinical standards.
• Conduct onsite and virtual (Zoom) interviews for respiratory staff in assigned facilities.
• Assist with orientation, onboarding, and ongoing training of new respiratory employees.
• Serve as a resource for staff regarding operational systems and clinical processes.
• Assess and maintain inventory of respiratory equipment and devices.
• Ensure nonfunctional equipment is removed and communicated during audits.
• Promote efficient utilization of respiratory equipment to support patient care.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and program evaluation.
• Ensure documentation, treatment, and equipment management comply with facility and regulatory standards.
• Provide actionable feedback to the Regional Director regarding program performance and.

Skills

EHR systems

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Job description

Theriversiderehab in the United States is seeking an Area Respiratory Operations Technician to support the Regional Director of Respiratory Services. This role oversees respiratory rehabilitation programs across multiple skilled nursing facilities, combining operational, clinical, and educational activities to ensure high-quality care.

The position focuses on operational program management, staff recruitment and training, equipment and inventory management, and collaboration with