Respiratory Care Manager

Team Member Services; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 186,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Job summary

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth in Illinois seeks an experienced Respiratory Therapist with leadership experience to support the quality assurance program and patient care.

You will administer inhaled therapies, monitor ventilatory support, supervise department staff, and ensure regulatory compliance. NBRC credentials and BLS are required; Bachelor's degree preferred; 2+ years leadership experience.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required; Bachelor's preferred.
• Active NBRC credential or eligible; state licensure as RRT.
• Minimum 2+ years of Respiratory Care leadership experience and 5+ years of Respiratory Care experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in quality assurance within department and hospital.
• Administer inhaled therapies and ventilatory support; monitor patients.
• Maintain and calibrate respiratory equipment; perform sterilization and maintenance.
• Supervise department staff including hiring and training; ensure efficiency.
• Document procedures in EMR and manage daily workflow.

Skills

English communication

Regulatory knowledge

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Computer skills

Team coordination

Matrix management

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

EMR system

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Our promise to you: Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Benefits from Day One:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule: Full time

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Address: 5101 WILLOW SPRINGS RD

City: LA GRANGE

State: Illinois

Postal Code: 60525

Job Description:

• Assists in the quality assurance program within the department and the hospital.
• Administers therapeutic gases, such as oxygen, and prescribed medications via inhalation, including bronchodilators and humidified gases.
• Administers positive pressure breathing treatments, including IPPB, Ezpap, CPAP, and Bipap, and monitors continuous ventilatory support.
• Performs regular equipment maintenance, preparation, cleaning, sterilization, calibration, repair testing, and evaluation.
• Participates in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and performs airway care, including tracheobronchial aspiration.
• Conducts pulse oximetry testing and pulmonary function testing according to defined procedures.
• Provides patient counseling in all aspects of respiratory care.
• Performs bronchial drainage and chest physiotherapy as outlined in department procedures and policies.
• Documents hospital procedures in the EMR, including charting, medication tracking, billing for RT services, and daily workflow.
• Plans and organizes the activities of the Respiratory Therapy Department, including equipment evaluation, manpower requirements, and continuing education programs.
• Supervises Respiratory Therapy department personnel, including hiring, evaluating, training, and ensuring the efficiency of the technical staff.
• Supervises and participates in the flow of work, ensuring the quality and efficiency of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing [Required]
• Additional languages [Preferred]
• Working knowledge of respiratory care, cardiology, and sleep lab departments [Preferred]
• Strong organization skills [Required]
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills [Required]
• Effective oral and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex information in understandable terms to all levels of staff [Required]
• Effective computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office Suite [Required]
• Ability to work in a matrix-management environment to achieve organizational goals [Required]
• Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards and compliance [Required]

Education:

• Associate's [Required]
• Bachelor's [Highly Preferred]

Field of Study:

in Respiratory Care or Healthcare Administration

Work Experience:

• 2+ years of Respiratory Care leadership experience [Required]
• 5+ years of Respiratory Care experience [Required]

Additional Information:

Additional licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements NBRC credentials must be maintained as a condition of continued role eligibility. All States: require NBRC for new hires and incumbents Florida Exception: legacy incumbents may continue working and may transfer within Florida without a NBRC active credential, subject to an approved, time-limited transition period.

Licenses and Certifications:

• State Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) [Required]
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Active NBRC Credentialed Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) [Preferred]
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support Cert (PALS) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

Pay Range:

$99,777.60 - $185,598.40

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.