Director of Respiratory Therapy

3 weeks ago

Cedar Park, Texas, United States Community Health Systems Full time

Job Summary

The Director, Respiratory Therapy oversees the daily operations of the Respiratory Care department, ensuring efficient, high-quality healthcare services. This role is responsible for administrative, fiscal, and clinical functions, quality control, performance improvement, and compliance with regulatory requirements. The Director plans, organizes, directs, and evaluates departmental work, collaborating with other areas of the hospital to support integrated patient care.

Essential Functions

  • Provides strategic leadership and direction for the Respiratory Care department, ensuring alignment with the health system's mission, vision, and values.

  • Manages daily operations, including administrative, fiscal, and clinical activities, to ensure effective and high-quality patient care.

  • Develops, implements, and monitors departmental policies, procedures, and performance objectives to achieve optimal outcomes.

  • Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, and accreditation guidelines related to respiratory care services.

  • Conducts ongoing staff evaluations and competency assessments, promoting professional growth and development.

  • Manages the department's budget, demonstrating fiscal accountability and effective resource allocation.

  • Implements quality improvement initiatives, incorporating patient satisfaction and outcome data into department goals.

  • Coordinates with other departments to resolve issues, improve patient care delivery, and achieve organization-wide goals.

  • Evaluates and recommends capital equipment and supply needs, coordinating with senior management for procurement.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

  • Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy required

  • Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy, Healthcare Administration, or a related field preferred

  • 5-7 years of experience in respiratory therapy, with at least three (3) years in a managerial or leadership role required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Comprehensive knowledge of respiratory care practices, standards, and regulatory requirements.

  • Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster teamwork and collaboration.

  • Proficiency in budget management, resource allocation, and financial analysis.

  • Ability to implement quality improvement strategies and performance management techniques.

  • Proficient in hospital software and electronic medical record (EMR) systems.

Licenses and Certifications

  • RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist required or

  • CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist required

  • BCLS - Basic Life Support required and

  • Health Services\ACLS required

  • Sign-On Bonus and Relocation Assistance available.

  • Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • 401(k)

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Medical, dental, and flexible spending accounts

  • Life and disability insurance

  • Tuition reimbursement

  • Student loan repayment program (up to $20,000)

To Apply, please email Cathy_casey@chs.net

Equal Employment Opportunity

This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to http://www.chs.net/serving-communities/locations/ to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.

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