Manager, Respiratory Therapy - FT Days

Torrance Memorial Medical Center•Torrance, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Director of Pulmonary/EEG/Sleep Services, this role provides clinical and administrative support for the day-to-day operations and activities of the Pulmonary Services Department throughout the Medical Center. The position involves managing staff, ensuring compliance with orders and quality of work, and facilitating training and development for personnel. It also includes participation in performance appraisals, communication of departmental policies, and ensuring age-related competency of staff for various patient populations. The role also involves participating in the hiring process, performance improvement initiatives, and equipment evaluation. Leadership in patient safety and representation in departmental and Medical Center committees are key aspects of this position.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Respiratory Care or a related Healthcare field.
2 years Neonatal and Critical Care experience as a Respiratory Therapist.
2 years Supervisory/Lead experience.
CA Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the national Board of Respiratory.
BCLS or ACLS Certification.
PALS Certification.
NRP certification within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

Performs all clinically related duties expected of a Respiratory Therapist Level III.
Performs all staffing and scheduling functions, including authorizing compensation for overtime to maintain budgeted productivity levels.
Coordinates work assignments for Pulmonary Services personnel in the absence of a Lead RCP.
Reviews the work of shift personnel for compliance with physicians’ orders and quality of work.
Provides for the training and development of clinical staff.
Identifies growth and development opportunities for staff and arranges appropriate training.
Conducts performance appraisals for department personnel.
Communicates policies, guidelines, procedures, and protocols to personnel within the Pulmonary Services Department.
Ensures age-related competency of staff by educating and training them to provide Respiratory/Pulmonary Services to Neonatal, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric populations.
Participates in the interview process for internal and external positions and makes recommendations for hiring.
May assist with coaching, counseling, or termination of employees.
Participates in the department CQI process, gathering and reporting on clinical indicators.
Identifies and resolves problems related to staffing, personnel, and departmental practices.
Supports evidence-based changes in practice and good process design within the department.
Assists in coordinating inservice classes for the department.
Represents the department in the absence of the Department Director when required.
Participates in various departmental and Medical Center committees as appropriate.
Evaluates and makes recommendations regarding the assessment and purchase of new equipment.
Demonstrates leadership in patient safety activities.
Attends meetings or serves as department representative on Medical Center committees as appointed by the Director.
Assists with the timely completion of evaluations, annual competencies, and department orientation.
Assists in maintaining all Human Resource records/requirements for the department, including updating job descriptions, evaluations, and annual competencies.
Assists in the review and development of policies and procedures.
Creates and maintains monthly staff schedules and identifies specialty assignments.
Alternates as the manager representative on the SDM Council.
Develops patient care plans and problem-solves in conjunction with nursing, ancillary departments, and physicians.