Respiratory Therapy Director

Creekside Center for Rehabilitation and Healing; Brentwood (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Creekside Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist with rehab experience to lead the department and drive high-quality patient care. You will coordinate with nurses and physicians, manage documentation, and help advance respiratory therapy programs across the facility.

The role emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, staff development, and adherence to regulatory standards to enhance patient outcomes and facility performance.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Knowledge of respiratory community.
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of current payment system.
• Ability to supervise staff and manage teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Respiratory Therapy department and ensure interdisciplinary care.
• Ensure compliance with facility policies, documentation standards and regulatory requirements.
• Balance clinical duties with administrative responsibilities to support census and revenue goals.
• Develop and implement patient programs and staff development activities.
• Maintain quality data entry and accurate clinical documentation.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses and administrators for optimal patient care.

Skills

Communication skills

Respiratory knowledge

Leadership

Clinical discipline

Medical terminology

Payment system knowledge

Strategic planning

Minimal Data Set

Respiratory diseases

Equipment operation

Judgment and discretion

Staff supervision

Clear communication

Education

Respiratory Therapy degree

State license

Job description

Creekside Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist with rehab experience to lead the department and drive high-quality patient care. You will coordinate with nurses and physicians, manage documentation, and help advance respiratory therapy programs across the facility.

The role emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, staff development, and adherence to regulatory standards to enhance patient outcomes and facility performance.