Respiratory Therapy Director: Lead Clinical Excellence

Marquis Health Consulting Services; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Health, vision, and dental benefits

401(k) with match

Life insurance

EAP resources

Job summary

North End Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center seeks a Respiratory Therapy Director to lead the respiratory care department, ensuring safe, high-quality outcomes for residents with complex pulmonary needs.

Guided by our core values of Passion, Respect, and Excellence, you will oversee departmental operations, standards, and staff development. This full-time role offers a salary range of 100K–120K and opportunities to collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care required.
• Current state licensure required.
• Experience with tracheostomy care and ventilator management in a skilled nursing facility, LTACH, or hospital setting required.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with residents, families, and healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the respiratory therapy department to ensure high-quality, resident-centered care.
• Develop and implement departmental policies, procedures, and strategic plans to support clinical excellence and operational efficiency.
• Lead staff training, education, and professional development initiatives within the respiratory therapy department.
• Monitor and evaluate departmental performance data to identify opportunities for quality improvement and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable healthcare laws, regulations, and facility policies.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive respiratory care plans.
• Support clinical decision-making for complex respiratory cases, including ventilator and tracheostomy management.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement within the department.

Job description

North End Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center seeks a Respiratory Therapy Director to lead the respiratory care department, ensuring safe, high-quality outcomes for residents with complex pulmonary needs.

Guided by our core values of Passion, Respect, and Excellence, you will oversee departmental operations, standards, and staff development. This full-time role offers a salary range of 100K–120K and opportunities to collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.