Respiratory Therapy Director

Trevecca Center for Rehabilitation and Healing; Shackle Island (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

CareRite Centers seeks a physician-led Respiratory Therapy Director to oversee the department, drive quality care, and coordinate with nursing and medical staff. The role emphasizes program development, documentation, and regulatory compliance in a rehabilitation setting.

Responsibilities include budgeting, census and marketing collaboration, staff development, and ensuring safe, effective respiratory treatments with up-to-date procedures and equipment.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and management abilities.
• Knowledge of respiratory care and related terminology.
• Valid state license to practice respiratory therapy.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate respiratory therapy services across the facility.
• Monitor department performance, budgeting, and productivity to meet goals.
• Collaborate with nursing and medical staff for interdisciplinary care.
• Ensure accurate documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Develop and implement patient care programs and staff training.
• Oversee quality assurance, census development, and marketing efforts.
• Maintain professional licensure and ongoing staff development.
• Provide safe, effective treatments and equipment management.
• Foster positive relationships with administrators and care teams.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Management

Respiratory care knowledge

Medical terminology

Education

Accredited RT program

Job description

CareRite Centers seeks a physician-led Respiratory Therapy Director to oversee the department, drive quality care, and coordinate with nursing and medical staff. The role emphasizes program development, documentation, and regulatory compliance in a rehabilitation setting.

Responsibilities include budgeting, census and marketing collaboration, staff development, and ensuring safe, effective respiratory treatments with up-to-date procedures and equipment.