Respiratory Therapy Director - Long-Term Care

The Ridge Rehabilitation Center; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

UKG Wallet

Competitive Wages

Great Benefits

Continuing Education & Training

Job summary

The Ridge Rehabilitation Center in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist Service Director to oversee the respiratory care department and ensure residents receive the highest level of care.

You will manage the respiratory therapy team, develop and implement care plans with physicians and nursing staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead quality improvement initiatives. This role requires 2–4 years in LTC, CA license, CPR/BLS, and PCC/EHR experience.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of direct Respiratory Therapy in a long-term care or nursing facility setting.
• Current Respiratory License in the state (California).
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• CPR/BLS certification currently active.
• Knowledgeable of nursing practices, laws and guidelines for long-term care.
• Experience with a multi-disciplinary team in a nursing facility.
• Experience in acute care respiratory unit or skilled nursing environment.
• Experience with PCC or other electronic health records systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the respiratory care department and ensure residents receive high-quality care.
• Manage the respiratory therapy team, protocols, and care plans with physicians and nursing staff.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans for residents.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and proper use of respiratory equipment.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives within the department.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

Leadership

Emergency response

CPR/BLS

EHR - PCC

Long-term care

Education

California Respiratory License

Tools

PointClickCare (PCC)

Job description

The Ridge Rehabilitation Center in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist Service Director to oversee the respiratory care department and ensure residents receive the highest level of care.

You will manage the respiratory therapy team, develop and implement care plans with physicians and nursing staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead quality improvement initiatives. This role requires 2–4 years in LTC, CA license, CPR/BLS, and PCC/EHR experience.