Respiratory Therapy Manager

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Carlsbad, NM

About The Position

The Manager, Respiratory Therapy is responsible for overseeing all clinical and operational aspects of the Respiratory Therapy department to ensure safe, effective, and high-quality patient care. This role involves leading a team of respiratory therapists, developing and implementing department policies, ensuring regulatory compliance, and coordinating with other healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive respiratory care. The Manager also plays a key role in quality improvement initiatives and staff development.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field required or Four (4) plus years of direct experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree required
2-4 years of experience in closely related field with Bachelor's degree required
RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist required
BCLS - Basic Life Support required
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and manage cross-functional relationships.
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
2-4 years of previous leadership experience preferred
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred
Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Develops, implements, and monitors policies and procedures to maintain high standards of respiratory care in compliance with healthcare regulations.
Supervises respiratory therapy staff, managing scheduling, staffing levels, and conducting performance evaluations to support a high-functioning team.
Coordinates with medical staff to provide comprehensive respiratory care that meets the needs of diverse patient populations.
Oversees the acquisition and maintenance of respiratory therapy equipment and supplies, ensuring resources are used effectively and cost-efficiently.
Leads quality improvement initiatives by analyzing data and implementing strategies to enhance patient outcomes.
Ensures staff compliance with mandatory training, certifications, and competency requirements.
Provides training and professional development opportunities to support staff growth and improve clinical skills.
Ensures accurate documentation and record-keeping for patient care activities in accordance with regulatory standards.
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 Director on staffing issues.
Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals and provides feedback to staff on their performance and development.
Develops and manages departmental budget ensuring cost effective operations while maintaining high quality service.
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.