System Director, Respiratory & Rehab - F/T - Days

System Director, Respiratory & Rehab

• F/T•Days Orange, CA Job Details Full-time $190,300•$390,900 a year 3 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Financial operations Respiratory therapy Managerial strategic planning Strategic management Operations management Financial reporting Bachelor of Science BLS Certification Process improvement Improving operational efficiency Financial analysis 3 years Master's degree Change management Team development Analysis skills Managing budgets in a finance role Project management Bachelor's degree Basic life support Physical Therapy License Speech-Language Pathology License State-specific respiratory therapist license Organizational skills Contracts Healthcare team management Healthcare financial management Budget management in healthcare Senior level Hospital regulatory compliance Delegation Team motivation (leadership skill) Communication skills Staffing management RCP License Rehabilitation and recovery (patient care) Regulatory compliance management Cross-functional communication Speech therapy Occupational Therapy License Senior leadership Physical therapy

Full Job Description Overview:

UCI Health is the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine, and the only academic health system based in Orange County. UCI Health is comprised of its main campus, UCI Medical Center, a 459-bed, acute care hospital in in Orange, Calif., four hospitals and affiliated physicians of the UCI Health Community Network in Orange and Los Angeles counties and ambulatory care centers across the region. Listed among America's Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years, UCI Medical Center provides tertiary and quaternary care and is home to Orange County's only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center, high-risk perinatal/neonatal program and American College of Surgeons-verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, gold level 1 geriatric emergency department and regional burn center. UCI Health serves a region of nearly 4 million people in Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County. To learn more about UCI Health, visit www.ucihealth.org.

Responsibilities:

Position Summary:

The System Director, Respiratory & Rehabilitation Services provides enterprise-level leadership for respiratory therapy and rehabilitative services, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology across UCI Health. The incumbent is accountable for the strategic direction, clinical quality, operational performance, and financial management of respiratory and rehabilitation programs systemwide. This role leads the development and execution of systemwide care delivery strategies that support patient recovery, optimize functional outcomes, and ensure regulatory compliance. The System Director collaborates with clinical, interdisciplinary, and operational leadership to advance program development, workforce planning, and service line integration, ensuring all services are provided in accordance with health system standards and organizational objectives. This position provides oversight across all facilities, with accountability for performance outcomes.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications :

Thorough knowledge of health care delivery models, business and strategic planning, financial management, and organizational development. Thorough knowledge of budget development, financial analysis, and reporting techniques. Strong organization and project management skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Minimum 8 years' experience of progressive management responsibility Minimum of 3 years' experience in an executive leadership role (Director or higher) in a related setting Minimum 5 years of managerial experience in operations, with related accomplishments in performance, development, productivity, and cost management in a medium to large-size complex health care organization Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and influence others. Current California State License as a Respiratory Care Practitioner, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Speech Therapy Current BLS certification BA/BS in a related field, or equivalent combination of education, licensure, and relevant experience Advanced communication skills, both verbal and written Ability to read and interpret complex regulations, contracts, and policies. Ability to manage staff and resources consistent with goals, and in keeping the organizational vision and values. Ability to delegate and empower staff and build strong employee morale Ability to interact and communicate effectively to build trust and establish effective working relationships within the department, across the organization and with a wide variety of audiences Ability to establish and utilize metrics to support operational and process improvement. Ability to build, attract and develop a strong management team by demonstrating and setting high standards of behavior, performance, quality, credibility and integrity Ability to apply sound judgment and manage change.

Preferred Qualifications :

Minimum 5 years of managerial experience in operations, with related accomplishments in performance, development, productivity, and cost management in a medium to large-size complex Academic health care organization Master's degree Total Rewards We offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment: Background Check and Live Scan Employment Misconduct

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United States Vaccination Policies Smoking and Tobacco Policy Drug Free Environment Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer. The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements. California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act E-Verify Pre-Placement Health Evaluation Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at or at (949) 824-0500, Monday

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