Director Respiratory Therapy

2 months ago


Chattanooga, United States Parkridge East Hospital Full time

Description This position is incentive eligible. IntroductionWant to join a team of daring managers who care without reservations or limits? Our Parkridge East Hospital team is looking for a Director of Respiratory Therapy. HCA Healthcare is an advanced healthcare network that has committed up to $300 million to our incredible team members over the course of three years.BenefitsParkridge East Hospital offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stockFamily support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and moreConsumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer DiscountsRetirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnershipsEducation assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)Colleague recognition programTime Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.Learn more about Employee BenefitsNote: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.HCA Healthcare is committed to research and clinical protocols. Do you want to impact standards of care and save lives across the country? Apply today to our Director of Respiratory Therapy and be a part of the innovation of ideas.Job Summary and QualificationsThe Director of Respiratory Therapy is responsible for defining and maintaining standards of practice for service delivery and organizational performance strategies. They must be able to provide direct patient care for patients’ ages child through geriatric as a respiratory therapist. The Director oversees staff in operation of diagnostic and therapeutic pulmonary procedures including ventilation management, medical gas therapy, humidity and aerosol therapies, bronchodilator and bronchial hygiene therapy. This individual must create and maintain good physician, patient, employee and vendor relationships and keep a focus on providing excellent customer service. What qualifications you will need:Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences from an accredited Respiratory Care Program requiredBachelor of Science Degree required, Master's Degree preferredMinimum 2 years of experience as a respiratory therapist requiredMinimum 1 year of leadership/management experience preferredLicensed Respiratory Therapist or State Registered Respiratory Therapist requiredAdvanced Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 6 months of hireBasic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of hireWhat you will do in this role:Lead and develop staff in the department while promoting and exhibiting teamwork.Demonstrate and teach critical thinking skills Ensure compliance with hospital policies/procedures and patient safety initiatives Develop and maintain department work schedule to ensure productivity is met Maintain departmental expenses within budget constraints Counsel and discipline staff as appropriate Collaborate with nursing leadership to integrate care that meets patient’s needsDevelop and implement a consistent program for quality assurance Effectively communicate with physicians, patients, family members, respiratory staff, leadership and ancillary staff Oversee operation of blood gas lab and maintain State regulations for operations Ensure all requirements for CAP are consistently met Perform time edits and approvals  Order departmental supplies and maintain departmental inventory Ensure that staff can provide education to nursing staff related to respiratory equipment as needed Utilize a standard data collection tool in Meditech to maintain on-going monitoring/assessment of assigned patients for all modalitiesParticipate in the development of patient plan of care when providing patient careCollaborate with the patient/family, systematically and continually assess the patient’s healthMaintain the ability to demonstrate appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures, and guidelines in assessment of the population servedParkridge East Hospital is a 120+ bed facility in East Ridge. We provide a full range of medical and surgical services. These services include orthopedics and robotic surgery. We have a 24/7 Emergency Department. This ED is recognized by the Society of Chest Pain Centers as an Accredited Chest Pain Center. The facility also offers obstetrical care and complex gynecological procedures. We also hold a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Specialized providers in the NICU include neonatologists, neonatal nurses and respiratory therapists. These staff are on site at all times. Visit us for excellent general and OB care"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.HCA Healthcare Co-Founder Unlock your potential with a leading healthcare provider dedicated to its patients, colleagues and communities. Help guide our team as a Director of Respiratory Therapy and help us improve more lives in more ways.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.



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