Respiratory Therapy Director

OHE OHNH EMP LLC; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

PTO plans

Life and disability plans

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Forest Hills Healthcare Center in Cincinnati, OH, is seeking a Respiratory Therapy Director to lead and expand a new respiratory therapy unit within a 117-bed skilled nursing facility.

You will direct staff, oversee quality patient care, and manage equipment, inventory, and regulatory compliance while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to implement best practices.

Qualifications

• Graduate of AMA approved program for Respiratory Therapy.
• 5 years prior experience in respiratory therapy or management.
• Must hold RRT credential and possess an unencumbered license.
• Three years of management experience preferred in acute care.
• BLS and ACLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Direct, implement and control respiratory therapy services with strong personnel management.
• Prepare and monitor annual budget; secure equipment and maintain statistics.
• Complete initial assessments and deliver care per physician orders.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and provide status updates.
• Ensure documentation accuracy and maintain infection control practices.

Skills

RRT credential

Unencumbered license

Management experience

Critical care experience

BLS/ACLS certified

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Effective communication

Budgeting ability

Team collaboration

Education

AMA approved Respiratory Therapy program

RRT credential

Unencumbered license

Job description

Job Address: 8700 Moran RD Cincinnati, OH 45244 Forest Hills Healthcare Center a member of the CommuniCare Family of Companies is currently recruiting for the key position of Respiratory Therapy Director. We are opening a new respiratory therapy unit at our beautiful 117 bed skilled nursing home Come join us!

The position of Respiratory Therapy Director exists to provide direction to the respiratory staff and department ensuring efficient, quality-oriented patient care is provided within the scope of the department’s policy/procedure manual.

The Director of Respiratory Services monitors activities such as equipment maintenance, changes, inventory, etc.

Benefits

• competitive salary and PTO plans
• life and disability plans
• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer match
• Flexible Spending Accounts

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Graduate of AMA approved program for Respiratory Therapy
• 5 years prior experience
• Must hold RRT credential and possess and unencumbered license
• Three years of previous management experience preferably within an acute care hospital
• Minimum of one year critical care and/or artificial airway and ventilator care experience
• Current BLS and ACLS certification required
• Ability to project a professional image
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements
• Ability to identify and implement components of the respiratory therapy process Identify learning needs and teach patients and families
• Ability to communicate and collaborate with a variety of teams and individuals
• Working knowledge and ability to apply professional standards of practice in job situations
• Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant
• Working knowledge of personal computer and software applications used in job functions (Word processing, graphics, databases, spreadsheets, etc.)

As Director of Respiratory Services, you will:

• Direct, implement, and control the respiratory therapy services departments through effective personnel management, delivery and monitoring of therapeutic patient care practices, developing and revising department policies and procedures, participating in ongoing quality and safety initiatives
• Responsible for annual budget preparation and monitoring, securing needed equipment, and preparing and maintaining statistical data and reports as needed
• Complete initial assessments, deliver respiratory care in accordance with the goals and objectives of the plan of care and physician orders
• Actively participate in the interdisciplinary team process and provide accurate reports of patient status according to established policies and procedures
• Deliver care with consideration of developmental life stage of patient
• Consistently complete timely, concise, and accurate documentation of assessments, progress notes, discharge summaries, and daily intervention notes for each treatment or service provided
• Share all information with team; attend team meetings, rounds, or patient conferences as directed
• Monitor inventory of supplies and equipment at bedside and storage areas to ensure resources are available; complete equipment calibration and quality control procedures as established; participate in equipment maintenance, dis-infection, and sterilization of all respiratory equipment
• Provide patient, family, and staff education as appropriate
• Remain current with literature and education related to departments for which responsible and maintain an updated methodology, tools, manuals, and criteria as necessary and appropriate
• Maintain current knowledge of regulatory requirements and conform to them
• Complete electronic PPR (periodic performance review) annually, complete plans of correction as identified in PPR , and implement corrective actions in a timely manner
• Practice excellent communication and interpersonal skills through listening, sharing information, demonstrating respect for co-workers and patients and family members, and actively practice patient confidentiality
• Positively promote company and team initiative, and demonstrate professional behavior in all interactions
• Ensure the implementation, compliance, and monitoring of the Infection Control Program following all policies, procedures, and safety regulations

About Us

Since 1984, CommuniCare Family of Companies has been committed to delivering exceptional, person-centered care as a national leader in post-acute services for individuals with chronic or complex conditions

Today, our more than 105 skilled nursing and long-term care facilities serve nearly 13,000 residents at any given time

To support our centers and ensure long-term success and continuity of care, CommuniCare has developed integrated lines of business spanning the full continuum of care

These specialized solutions include chronic disease management, memory care, telehealth services, Medicare insurance plans, behavioral health programs, and comprehensive medical services

Together, they enable us to deliver sophisticated, coordinated, and transformative care beyond the walls of our facilities

Our mission, Serve with Pride, is evident in the quality and consistency residents, families, and community partners have come to expect and trust

With more than 14,000 employees serving communities across Ohio, Indiana, Virginia, and West Virginia, we are dedicated to improving the lives of our residents by placing extraordinary service above all else

We continue to raise the bar and innovate wherever possible to enhance quality of life - creating environments where residents feel at home, employees thrive, and families find comfort and confidence in the care we provide

Since 1984, CommuniCare Family of Companies has been committed to delivering exceptional person-centered care as a national leader in post-acute care for those that are chronically ill or have complex conditions

Our more than 150 skilled nursing, assisted living, and long-term care facilities deliver sophisticated and transformative care to nearly 16,000 residents and patients at any given time

CommuniCare employs more than 19,000 employees across six states (Ohio, Indiana, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia and Pennsylvania)

As a family owned and operated company, family and heart are woven into every aspect of our continuum of care

Our mission, to serve with pride, is evident and a quality residents, families and community partners have come to expect and trust

Dedicated to improving the lives of seniors, we put extraordinary service above all else

We continue to raise the bar and innovate wherever possible to deliver a higher quality of life for those far beyond our facilities

Because of this, our facilities are a better place for residents to live, patients to stay, employees to work and families to heal