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Manager - Respiratory Services FT Heart
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What they do
A Respiratory Therapist assists patients who have trouble breathing because of a chronic respiratory illness, trauma, or other conditions. Administers tests to diagnose breathing problems, performs treatments to help patients breathe easier, or sets up breathing equipment such as ventilators. Works closely with physicians and other healthcare workers, and may also assist in providing emergency care to patients suffering from heart attacks, drowning, or shock. Works in hospitals; may also provide care and counseling to patients in their homes.
$60,686 / year median in Texas
+12% projected growth
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
The primary function of the Respiratory Therapy Manager is planning, organizing, developing, and directing the day-to-day functions of the Respiratory Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards as well as guidelines and regulations that govern the Community. The Respiratory Manager will collaborate with the Corporate Director of Respiratory, CNO, ACNO, Administrator, and the Medical Director to ensure the highest degree of quality of care is always maintained for our patients. Oversee compliance of ABG and PFT lab. QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS
1. Five years in critical care Respiratory Therapy experience required, one year must be in a lead or supervisory role. 2. Must have the ability to communicate with all levels of healthcare professionals. 3. Must have demonstrated good leadership skills with a commitment and adherence to STHS's Compliance Program, and Code of Conduct, and Service Excellence. 4. Adhere to all policies and procedures. Clinical experience and theoretical/technical competence in all specialized areas serviced by the Cardiopulmonary DepartmentEDUCATION / LICENSURE
- Associate's degree graduate for an accredited in Respiratory Care program. Bachelor's degree preferred.
- License Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) by the Texas Medical Board. Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required.
- Must have current Healthcare providers BLS obtain ACLS, PALS and NRP within 90 days of hire date and current thereafter.