Respiratory Care Clinical Coordinator

Memorial Health; Decatur (IL); Presencial; USD 52 000 - 80 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

401(k) match

Health/dental/vision insurance

Paid time off

Resumo da oferta

Memorial Health is seeking a Clinical Coordinator for Respiratory Services to oversee operations, staff development, and quality initiatives. The role includes coordinating education, competency testing, and regulatory readiness to ensure high-quality patient care across shifts.

Responsibilities include site coordination with teaching partners, EPIC documentation, and leading CQI projects to uphold standards and optimize outcomes. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualificações

• Must be able to use computers and other equipment.
• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Graduate of AMA approved Respiratory Care Program; RRT.
• CPR instructor certification required.
• Advanced credentials preferred (RRT-NPS, RRT-ACCS).

Responsabilidades

• Oversee daily clinical operations in respiratory care.
• Coordinate scheduling for day, night and education shifts.
• Lead staff training, competency testing, and education.
• Ensure regulatory readiness and CQI activities.
• Coordinate educational activities with Parkland College and other institutions.
• Document and monitor patient data and EPIC documentation.

Conhecimentos

Respiratory care knowledge

Computer literacy

Verbal and written communication

Formação académica

AMA approved Respiratory Care Program graduate

Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

CPR instructor certification

Advanced credentials preferred (RRT-NPS, RRT-ACCS)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Focused on the Future of Care

We're looking for talented, passionate healthcare professionals to join the team at Memorial Health as we build the future of healthcare. If you're ready to be part of a transformative organization that puts people first, take a look at what we have to offer.

Position Type

On-site

Job Description Summary

Assists Director in managing the functions and activities relating to respiratory services to patients of all ages. The Clinical Coordinator provides oversight for clinical operations, staff development, education, competency management, quality initiatives, regulatory readiness, and day-to-day departmental leadership. Clinical hours and administrative hours may vary based on department operations. This position will also require NPS certification.

Essential Functions and Job Duties

Functions under CRT or RRT job description providing daily patient care. Demonstrates knowledge of respiratory procedures and standards; performs role according to policies and procedures. Performs technical skills, patient care tasks, and monitoring; records and communicates data. Recognizes and documents condition changes. Participates in evaluation activities to assure appropriate patient care is provided and to improve patient care.

• Day shift coordinator
• Night shift coordinator
• Education coordinator

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Must be knowledgeable in all areas of respiratory care.
• Must be able to use computers and other equipment.
• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing.

Education and/or Other Requirements

• Must be a graduate of an AMA approved Respiratory Care Program.
• Must be a Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) under the National Board of Respiratory Care.
• Must have current CPR instructor card.
• Prefer advanced credentials (i.e. RRT-NPS, RRT-ACCS).

Environmental Factors

Job duties involve the potential for frequent exposure to blood and body fluids.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, kneel and assist in lifting patients; able to assist patients and/or adjust equipment at floor level. Must be able to support persons (possibly 200 pounds or more) in emergency situations. Must be able to move quickly from place to place on occasion, including from floor to floor in emergency situations. Must be able to hear to take blood pressure and to hear breath sounds.

Mental Demands

Must be able to work under stress and to adapt to changing conditions. Ability to adhere to strict confidentiality requirements.

Staff Scheduling and Daily Workload

Responsible for the scheduling of current staff to ensure adequate coverage on all shifts per department staffing guidelines. Establishes service priorities, work routines, and work flow patterns. Mediates staff problems relating to work duties, morale, scheduling, procedures, and other basic needs. Refers unsolved problems to Director. Monitors workload and calls in additional help as directed by staffing guidelines.

Staff Development

Oversees the orientation of new employees. Provides leadership in development of staff through in services and education. Coordinates educational efforts between Respiratory Care Department and other departments. Assists in training in use of new equipment. Acts as Site Supervisor for BAT and Drug Testing Program. Trains staff in EPIC documentation and charging practices. Organizes and conducts annual competency testing for respiratory therapists and nurses; provides educational in services on new treatments, procedures, equipment, etc.

Clinical Site Coordination

Coordinates educational activities with Parkland College and other educational institutions whose students use DMH as a clinical site.

Quality Assurance Activities

Participates in planning the services of the department; assists in developing goals and objectives in consultation with the Director. Recommends short and long term goals. Analyzes respiratory standards for adequacy of quality care; revises standards to improve quality. Organizes and maintains an effective CQI plan. Participates in the development of new special procedures as requested by the Medical Director. Participates with CQI projects through problem identification. Participates in staff performance evaluations. Participates in personal and professional growth by continuing education, seminars, staff meetings, and in services. Advises staff regarding educational opportunities. Contributes to staff performance evaluations with objective and subjective data surrounding the 4 pillars. Performs other duties as assigned.

Pay Transparency

$37.43 - $58.02. Additional compensation in the form(s) of participation in our annual incentive program are dependent on role. Pay is based on factors such as work experience, education, certification(s), training, skills, and competencies related to the role. Memorial Health also offers a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes paid time off, 401(k) match, and health/ dental/ vision insurance options. All benefits can be found at https://jobs.memorial.health/about/benefits/