Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Assistant Manager

Medical University of South Carolina; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina in the United States seeks a Respiratory Therapist Assistant Manager to lead the respiratory care team, mentor staff, and maintain high-quality patient care. Role includes shaping policies, coordinating emergencies, and supporting education and clinical excellence within a large medical center.

Requirements include a NBRC RRT credential, SC license, BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications, and a bachelor’s or AS degree in respiratory care; leadership and acute-care

Qualifications

• Three years of work experience in acute care respiratory care with at least one year in leadership roles.
• Experience in policy, procedure development and quality improvement initiatives.
• Strong time management, clinical, and problem-solving skills; knowledge of regulatory requirements preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff and oversee continuous operations and staffing.
• Collaborate with Respiratory Director on policy and procedure development and quality initiatives.
• Coordinate emergency response, on-call duty, and coverage for weekends/holidays.
• Assist with orientation, scheduling, development, and performance feedback for care team members.
• Serve as a resource to patients, families and other disciplines to address concerns and improve care.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Project management

Clinical skills

Regulatory knowledge

Interdisciplinary communication

NBRC RRT credential

SC Licensure

BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

AAS in Respiratory Care from AMA-approved School

Job description

Job Description Summary

We are looking for a Respiratory Therapist Assistant Manager. Someone who will be a great asset to the Respiratory Team, a great mentor, supportive during stressful times, compassionate, detail-oriented, patient, and has great at problem-solving skills. Does this sound like you? Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Cost Center CC001543 LAN - Respiratory Therapy (LMC) Pay Rate Type Hourly, Salary Pay Grade Health-30 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Work Shift Day (United States of America)

Job Description

With limited supervision, the Respiratory Therapy Assistant Manager works in collaboration and reports directly to the Respiratory Director. The Respiratory Therapy Assistant Manager is responsible for continuous staff supervision, operations management, emergency response, and coordination. This role covers emergency response, on-call, and/or critical staffing as necessary. This position provides recommendations regarding policies and procedures, guidelines, educational materials, evidence-based practice, processes, and quality improvement initiatives as required. The Respiratory Therapy Assistant Manager assists the Respiratory Director with the orientation, scheduling, development, performance feedback, and disciplinary process for care team members. Acts as a patient, family, and interdisciplinary resource to address concerns, support problem resolution, and oversee care. This position ensures the delivery of high-quality Respiratory Care Services throughout the medical center. Weekends and holidays as scheduled are required. The Respiratory Therapy Assistant Manager assists with providing leadership presence and staff support by providing coverage for at minimum 1 holiday per year and 2-weekend shifts per six (6) weeks of unit staffing schedule.

Experience: Three years of work experience in the practice of respiratory care specific to acute care delivery in specified patient populations, with at least one year of tertiary-level respiratory care work experience. Leadership experience as a shift, team, educator or departmental leader is required. Work and/or educational experience centered on promoting group/team working relations is required. Extensive knowledge of the department’s patient population, healthcare trends, community and regional resources, and service availability to these populations. Demonstrated ability to role model and establish effective collegial working relationships and communications with diverse groups and individuals, medical staff, and other healthcare disciplines. Strong time management, project management, technical, critical thinking, and clinical skills are required. Knowledge of regulatory requirements is preferred.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in a field related preferred. AAS in Respiratory Care from an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy. Certification in a specialty area is strongly preferred.

Licenses/Certificates: Must be a Respiratory Therapist credentialed by the NBRC as an RRT and possess a current South Carolina License. Must have and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) , and Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS) with American Heart Association and Neonatal Resuscitation Program certifications.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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