Director of Respiratory Therapy

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation • Las Cruces, NM

8h

About The Position

As the Director of Respiratory Therapy, you will play a crucial role in
providing high-quality care for our patients.

Job Summary
The Director of Respiratory Therapy oversees the daily operations of the
Respiratory Care department, ensuring efficient, high-quality healthcare
services. This role is responsible for administrative, fiscal, and clinical
functions, quality control, performance improvement, and compliance with
regulatory requirements. The Director plans, organizes, directs, and evaluates
departmental work, collaborating with other areas of the hospital to support
integrated patient care.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field required or Seven (7) plus years of direct experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree required
• 3-5 years of experience in closely related field with Bachelor's degree required
• RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist required or CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support required
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and manage cross-functional relationships.
• Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
• Communicate effectively with leadership, team members, and stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively with others, delegate responsibilities, and independently manage tasks while meeting established deadlines.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• In depth knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory compliance (if applicable).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency with Google and Microsoft platforms, healthcare software systems, and data analysis tools.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree preferred
• 3-5 years of previous leadership experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Provides strategic leadership and direction for the Respiratory Care department, ensuring alignment with the health system's mission, vision, and values.
• Manages daily operations, including administrative, fiscal, and clinical activities, to ensure effective and high-quality patient care.
• Develops, implements, and monitors departmental policies, procedures, and performance objectives to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, and accreditation guidelines related to respiratory care services.
• Conducts ongoing staff evaluations and competency assessments, promoting professional growth and development.
• Manages the department’s budget, demonstrating fiscal accountability and effective resource allocation.
• Implements quality improvement initiatives, incorporating patient satisfaction and outcome data into department goals.
• Coordinates with other departments to resolve issues, improve patient care delivery, and achieve organization-wide goals.
• Evaluates and recommends capital equipment and supply needs, coordinating with senior management for procurement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• Provides leadership, mentorship and professional development opportunities for departmental staff.
• Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources. Consults with leadership on any potential staffing issues.
• Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals and provides feedback to staff on their performance and development.
• Collaborates with hospital leadership to set the strategic direction for the department, including budgeting, resource allocation and long-term planning.
• Monitors expenditures, ensuring cost-effective delivery of services.
• Evaluates and implements new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
• Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures and protocols to optimize quality and overall efficiencies.
• Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies. May oversee the accreditation process with relevant agencies ensuring that services meet or exceed industry standards.
• Participates in audits, inspections and accreditation processes as applicable.
• Follows established quality control practices to ensure accuracy, consistency and safety.
• Works closely with leadership teams to coordinate and improve service delivery.
• Stays up-to-date with industry advancements, new technologies, and regulatory changes.
• May work in a staff role, when required. Ensures that duties and responsibilities are fulfilled while meeting all competencies established for that job.

Benefits

• Premium medical, dental, and vision plans because your health comes first.
• A 401(k) plan with company matching to help you build a secure tomorrow.
• A compensation structure designed to celebrate and reward the value you bring to our team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees