Supervisor, Respiratory Care - Full Time - Days

Adventist Health•Marysville, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Centered in the heart of Yuba-Sutter County, Adventist Health and Rideout has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1907. We are comprised of a 221-bed hospital, 21 physician clinics, home care services, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout Marysville and the surrounding areas. The allure of Marysville's community is complimented by its proximity to major metropolitan cities in the Bay Area and Sacramento, as well as just a quick drive to Lake Tahoe. Job Summary: Assists in the management and coordination of respiratory care services within the organization. Demonstrates the ability to meet the needs and provide service to all age groups-infancy through geriatrics. Supervises technicians, technologists, Respiratory Care Practitioners and ancillary personnel. Coordinates and equally performs those duties directly involved with a variety of respiratory care procedures. Supervises and directs the activities of various levels of assigned personnel using both professional and supervisory discretion and independent judgment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Required
Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner: Required
Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC-RRT) credential or Certified Respiratory Therapist (NBRC-CRT) credential: Required in CA, OR, and HI
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or HeartCode PALS (HPALS): Required
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or RQIACLS: Required
Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP): Required

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree: Preferred
Five years' clinical experience in an acute care setting: Preferred
Leadership experience: Preferred
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS OR HS-PALS OR RQIPALS) certification: Preferred

Responsibilities

Coordinates technicians, technologists, Respiratory Care Practitioners and ancillary personnel within the specific areas, procedures and satellites of the department.
Coordinates and equally performs those duties directly involved with a variety of technical procedures.
Directs and coordinates department activities and staffing assignments for patient care, reassessing needs throughout the shift and making adjustments as needed.
Assesses and prepares staffing schedules that meet departmental needs for all shifts as needed.
Monitors employee time and attendance.
Monitors and evaluates unit operation for quality and efficiency with a focus on improvement.
Demonstrates leadership skills by providing positive role model and enhancing personal growth.
Demonstrates communication skills through interaction with customers, peers, physicians and other departments.
Monitors and evaluates employee performance , competencies and productivity to ensure proper work levels of quality and quantity are maintained.
Evaluate staff performance for annual appraisal and ongoing as performance issues arise.
Coaches as needed.
Provides corrective action, where deems appropriate, through the issuance of oral and written reprimands.
In-services newly hired personnel and recommends, participates, and formulates teaching programs and in-service educational classes.
Ensures the quality improvement programs for the department meets regulatory agency standards along with providing statistical reports and updates.
Performs Quality Assurance audits to monitor quality of Respiratory functions for their specific areas.
Reviews and updates departmental policies and procedure with Respiratory Manager.
Reports challenges related to staffing, morale, work methods, and procedures.
Coordinates and supervises operational policies and procedures within the assigned department.
Interfaces with vendors regarding supplies and equipment making purchase recommendations to administrative personnel.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.