Respiratory Therapy Manager - Lead Care & Quality

Community Health Systems; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium health plans (medical, dental,

Vision plans

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a Respiratory Therapy Manager to oversee clinical and operational aspects of the Respiratory Therapy department. You will lead a team of respiratory therapists, develop policies, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality respiratory care.

The role emphasizes quality improvement, staff training, and maintaining accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field is required.
• 4+ years of direct experience may substitute for a Bachelor's degree.
• Master's degree is preferred.
• 2-4 years of leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and monitors policies and procedures to maintain high standards of respiratory care in compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Supervises respiratory therapy staff, managing scheduling, staffing levels, and conducting performance evaluations.
• Coordinates with medical staff to provide comprehensive respiratory care that meets the needs of diverse patient populations.
• Oversees the acquisition and maintenance of respiratory therapy equipment and supplies, ensuring resources are used effectively and cost-efficiently.
• Leads quality improvement initiatives by analyzing data and implementing strategies to enhance patient outcomes.
• Ensures staff compliance with mandatory training, certifications, and competency requirements.
• Provides training and professional development opportunities to support staff growth and improve clinical skills.
• Ensures accurate documentation and record-keeping for patient care activities in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Time management

Problem solving

Data analysis

Regulatory compliance

Staff development

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree preferred

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Healthcare software systems

Data analysis tools

Job description

Community Health Systems is seeking a Respiratory Therapy Manager to oversee clinical and operational aspects of the Respiratory Therapy department. You will lead a team of respiratory therapists, develop policies, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality respiratory care.

The role emphasizes quality improvement, staff training, and maintaining accurate documentation.