Bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy required.
Master's degree preferred.
Current licensure in the State of Georgia.
Current Registration by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
Minimum of three years progressive management experience.
Experience in building trust with physicians, families, and peers.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.
Responsibilities
Manage daily operations of the respiratory care unit.
Ensure appropriate staffing levels at all times.
Deliver quality health care services to patients.
Focus on staff development, satisfaction, and retention.
Participate in establishing and implementing departmental policies.
Develop departmental goals for efficient operation.
Ensure compliance with OSHA and JCAHO standards.
Benefits
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Participation in a supportive healthcare environment.
Involvement in policy development.
Access to resources for maintaining certifications.
Full Job Description
Overview
Description
OVERVIEW:
In conjunction with hospital administration, the manager is responsible and accountable for assuring 24 hour efficient management of the respiratory care unit, including managing the daily operations, and assuring appropriate staffing levels.
The manager is responsible to assure the delivery of quality health care services.
A priority of this position is to focus on staff development, staff satisfaction, and staff retention.
The manager participates in the establishment and implementation of policies, develops departmental goals, and ensures efficient operations of the Department.
Complies with all hospital policies and procedures and actively supports Emory Healthcare.
The manager, along with the director ensures all OSHA and JCAHO standards are maintained.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy is required.
A Master's degree preferred.
Current licensure by the State of Georgia.
Current Registration by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
Membership and participation in a professional organization preferred.
A minimum of three (3) years progressive management experience, with demonstrated leadership skills.
Extensive experience working closely with physicians, families, and peers and the ability to gain trust and credibility.
Ability to work effectively as a team member while assuming a leadership role within the organization.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (MediumMax 25lbs): up to 25 lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 25 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
