Respiratory Therapy Director directs the programs and staff of the respiratory therapy department. Oversees the provision of diagnostic, treatment, and educational services for patients with respiratory disorders. Being a Respiratory Therapy Director develops and implements respiratory care services in accordance with the policies of the hospital and the directives of the medical staff. Monitors patient progress and treatment plans. Additionally, Respiratory Therapy Director manages departmental budgets and reports, and maintains department records and statistics. Requires an advanced degree. Typically reports to top management. Requires Registered Respiratory Therapist. The Respiratory Therapy Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Respiratory Therapy Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
JOB SUMMARY:
The respiratory Director is responsible for the overall direction of the respiratory therapy department including scheduling, chart audits, evaluate and maintain equipment and supplies, maintaining protocols to meet state and federal guidelines, staff and family education.
GENERAL DUTIES:
Oversees the leadership and development of RT supervisors and ensures the work of subordinates is allocated and monitored appropriately
Integrates the department s services with the hospitals primary functions
Develops and implements policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of services
Recommends a sufficient number of qualified and competent persons to provide care/service and assures the qualifications and competence of those staff members (who are not licensed independent practitioners) meet the needs of patient care and non-patient care services
Provides orientation, in-service training, and continuing education of all persons in their department(s)
Continuously assesses and improves their department s performance and maintains appropriate quality control programs
Qualifications:
RRT/Respiratory Care Practitioner (RRT / RCP)
State Registered Respiratory Therapist
Associate Degree
Minimum five years RT experience, including adult, pediatric, and neonatal critical care
One year of recent supervisory/charge experience
Basic Cardiac Life Support, or BCLS Instructor
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