Director of Respiratory Therapy

HCA Healthcare • Fort Worth, TX

135d

About The Position

We are seeking a Director of Respiratory Therapy with Medical City Alliance to promote growth and unlock possibilities. At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to the care and improvement of human life. Share your leadership skills and come make a difference with us! Under general supervision of his/her administrative report and the Medical Director of the unit, is responsible for the efficient, effective running of the cardiopulmonary department. This includes, but is not limited to management of the budget, provision of patient care services, scheduling, technical procedures, performance improvement, quality assurance, compliance with regulatory standards, staff development/education, regulatory agency compliance, and business development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required, Masters preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years clinical experience plus 3 years supervisory experience preferred.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner with current RRT license.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) upon hire from an HCA approved vendor.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required within 90 days from an HCA approved vendor.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required within 120 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs Respiratory Care functions and procedures proficiently.
• Plans patient safety initiatives and involves staff in planning.
• Interprets and implements operational standards as applicable to areas of responsibility.
• Provides feedback regarding Patient Safety Trends.
• Ensures all patient care is complete, timely, appropriate, efficient and communicated.
• Is aware of needs in areas of responsibility.
• Keeps staff informed on Patient Safety Trends and assesses priorities.
• Evaluates care given, competency, skill, organizational ability, then helps the staff reach their maximum potential.
• Maintains own professional growth through appropriate organizations, workshops, seminars, and other educational endeavors.
• Evaluates effectiveness of resolutions of any identified Patient Safety issues.
• Assists physicians as requested.
• Maintains adequate supplies.
• Ability to function in all areas of the department (i.e. ICU, Nursery, ER, NICU).
• Coordinates staff and schedule to maintain productivity levels.
• Addresses department concerns, involving Director when appropriate.
• Assists in establishing policies and procedures.
• Observes and evaluates staff performance.
• Communicates effectively with Shift Supervisors, employees and other departments.
• Updates employee attendance/tardy records and prepares disciplinary actions when necessary.
• Completes quality assurance/performance improvement reports on a monthly/quarterly basis.
• Reports or documents all equipment problems, notifies Biomed/Plant Operations.
• Conduct a minimum of 10 department meetings and maintain documents.
• Maintain updated employee records, education records, license renewals, and 90 day reviews.
• Respond to customer concerns in a timely manner and promotes customer service within the department.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts.
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships.
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence).
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree