Senior Respiratory Therapist – Operations Leader

Trevecca Center for Rehabilitation and Healing; Lakewood (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Trevecca Center for Rehabilitation and Healing seeks a Respiratory Therapy Services Director to lead clinical operations, ensure quality care, and coordinate interdepartmental activities. Responsibilities include supervising staff, developing programs, and aligning resources with strategic goals.

The role requires RRT/CRT credentials and 2+ years of clinical leadership experience, with strong knowledge of respiratory therapies, documentation, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Registered/Certified therapist credentials required.
• Experience supervising professional, technical, and clerical staff.
• Strong knowledge of respiratory care procedures and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement department operation plans to improve clinical outcomes.
• Monitor patient volume, tests, productivity, and profitability.
• Coordinate staffing, training, and performance evaluations.
• Manage compliance with policies, regulations, and PDPM/OBRA requirements.
• Oversee bedside therapies, equipment use, and documentation.
• Collaborate with nursing and administration to optimize care delivery.

Skills

Supervising staff

Verbal and written communication

Interdepartmental collaboration

Knowledge of payment systems

Respiratory disease knowledge

Clinical leadership

Education

Registered Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist

2 years proficiency with physiological and clinical skills

Job description

Trevecca Center for Rehabilitation and Healing seeks a Respiratory Therapy Services Director to lead clinical operations, ensure quality care, and coordinate interdepartmental activities. Responsibilities include supervising staff, developing programs, and aligning resources with strategic goals.

The role requires RRT/CRT credentials and 2+ years of clinical leadership experience, with strong knowledge of respiratory therapies, documentation, and regulatory compliance.