Respiratory Therapy Supervisor

Providence Medical Center • Kansas City, KS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Respiratory Therapy Supervisor, sometimes referred to as a Lead Respiratory Therapist or Respiratory Therapist Supervisor. The Respiratory Therapy Supervisor is the bridge between bedside care and department leadership. Respiratory Supervisor will still think clinically, but a big chunk of their job is making sure the whole respiratory service runs smoothly and safely.
Shifts Available: Days (Normally Monday through Friday)
Employment Type: Full-time
Hours: 8-hour shifts – 7:30am to 3:30pm
Location: Providence Medical Center – Kansas City, KS
Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:
Health, dental, and vision insurance options
Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
Employer 401K options
Tuition reimbursement options
Life, disability, and other insurance options
Many other amazing benefits

Requirements

• A minimum of (2) years experience in a blood gas laboratory
• Starting October 1, 2014 Associates Degree required for all new hires
• Valid Respiratory Care Practitioner License in state required
• Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current
• PALS certificate upon hire and maintain current
• ACLS certificate upon hire and maintain current

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree Preferred
• NRP certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee respiratory care delivery across all patient care units, and inpatient floors, ensuring high-quality and timely services
• Provide clinical leadership for complex and high-risk cases, including ventilator management, rapid responses, and code situations
• Supervise, mentors, and evaluates respiratory therapy staff; manages staffing assignments, scheduling, call coverage, and onboarding as needed
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, evidence-based practices, and regulatory standards (Joint Commission, state licensure)
• Lead quality improvement and patient safety initiatives; monitor documentation accuracy and investigate respiratory-related incidents or events
• Coordinate respiratory services with physicians, nursing leadership, and administration; manage equipment, resources, and coverage during high-volume or emergency situations

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
• Employer 401K options
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Life, disability, and other insurance options
• Many other amazing benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree