Job DescriptionThe Respiratory Services Manager at Shriners Children's Chicago provides leadership, direction, and oversight for all respiratory care services, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care for pediatric patients with complex respiratory needs. This role focuses on clinical excellence, operational efficiency, and staff development within a specialized pediatric hospital setting.
Key Responsibilities- Interviews, hires, and recommends termination of employees in accordance with Human Resources policies and procedures and in consultation with the Director
- Communicates job duties to staff in a clear, understandable, and concise manner; plans, directs, and supervises work of assigned staff utilizing positive communications and effective problem solving skills
- Evaluates department staffing/scheduling requirements, taking into account requests for holiday/vacation time; recommends appropriate use of per diem staff
- Communicates in an appropriate and timely manner with Director; seeks input, provides accurate information and makes recommendations for policy and/or practice change
- Monitors appropriate quality indicators; identifies real problems and issues
- Keeps informed of recent developments and trends in the field
- Ensures patient care equipment is not responsible for any hazard or injury to a patient or staff through ongoing preventative maintenance as outlined by policies and procedures
Required Qualifications- 3 years Pediatric Critical Care
- Knowledge of Respiratory Care Practice Guidelines
- National Board for Respiratory Care
- RT License in state of practice
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Preferred Qualifications- Associate Respiratory Therapy
- Certificate Respiratory Therapy
Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.
