Director, Respiratory Services

Lifepoint Health • Galax, VA

9d • $83,616 - $112,881 • Onsite

About The Position

Director of Respiratory Services. Your experience matters, Twin County Regional Healthcare is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As the Director of Respiratory Services joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Requirements

• Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS, ASLS, NRP and PALS

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• Current VA license
• Applicable work experience may be used in lieu of education.

Responsibilities

• Directs the department's activities and resources to achieve departmental and organizational objectives.
• Develops and implements departmental goals, plans, and standards consistent with the clinical, administrative, legal, and ethical requirements/objectives of the organization.
• Directs and evaluates departmental operations, including patient care delivery, information technologies, service level determination, and complaint management, to achieve performance and quality control objectives.
• Plans and monitors staffing activities, including hiring, orienting, evaluating, disciplinary actions, and continuing education initiatives.
• Prepares, monitors, and evaluates departmental budgets, and ensures that the department operates in compliance with allocated funding. Coordinates and directs internal/external audits.
• Integrates evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols.
• Position serves both internal co-workers and external customers, clients, patients, contractors, and vendors.
• Exhibit a comprehensive understanding of healthcare regulatory and compliance (e.g., HIPAA). Skilled in the application of policies and procedures. Knowledge of Business Office Standards and Recommended Practices

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage
• Tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Paid family leave
• Paid time off
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance
• Loan assistance
• 401(k) retirement package and company match
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs
• Free gym memberships
• Virtual care appointments
• Mental health services
• Discount programs
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director