Respiratory Therapy Manager - NICU

Mass General Brigham • Boston, MA

1d • $116,106 - $168,854 • Onsite

About The Position

The Respiratory Therapy Manager for the NICU oversees neonatal respiratory care services within the inpatient setting. This role ensures high-quality patient care for critically ill neonates, regulatory compliance, and staff development specific to neonatal intensive care.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Respiratory Therapy required and Master's Degree Respiratory Therapy preferred or Master's Degree Respiratory Therapy preferred
• Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] Required
• Registered Respiratory Therapist [RRT] - The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) preferred
• Respiratory Therapist [Massachusetts] Required
• Massachusetts Board of Respiratory Care preferred
• Respiratory Care Practitioner [State License] Required
• Experience working as a respiratory therapist 3-5 years required
• Experience in a supervisory or management role 1-2 years required
• NPS Neonatal/Pediatric Respiratory Care Specialty (cert) preferred
• NICU experience 2-3 years preferred
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the respiratory system in the neonate.
• Knowledge of respiratory therapy techniques and equipment applicable to the NICU.
• Proficiency in performing basic and specialized respiratory care interventions applicable to the NICU and delivery room.
• Ability to perform patient assessments and monitor patient progress.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot equipment and patient issues.
• Ability to adapt in changing situations and respond appropriately in emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Leads a team of neonatal respiratory therapists, providing guidance, mentorship, and supervision- including recruiting, training, scheduling, and evaluating staff performance to ensure optimal patient care.
• Oversees the day-to-day operations of the respiratory therapy department- including establishing and maintaining departmental policies and procedures.
• Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to coordinate and optimize patient care plans.
• Manages respiratory therapy equipment, supplies and inventory within the department.
• Promotes professional development among respiratory therapy staff by organizing and facilitating educational programs, workshops, and training sessions.
• Assesses and evaluates the performance of the respiratory therapy department, monitoring key performance indicators.
• Works closely with regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with standards and regulations related to respiratory therapy services and point of care testing for Blood Gas Analysis.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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