Position Summary

The Supervisor of Respiratory Therapy is responsible for the day-to-day clinical and operational oversight of the Respiratory Therapy Department under the direction of the Director/Manager of Respiratory Therapy. Assists in ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality respiratory care services in compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and evidence-based practice.

The Supervisor coordinates staffing assignments, assists with scheduling, monitors departmental workflow, and supports quality improvement initiatives. Promotes collaboration among interdisciplinary teams to ensure efficient patient care delivery and departmental operations. Provides leadership, education, mentoring, and support to respiratory therapy staff while serving as a clinical resource and role model.

Responsible for assisting with employee coaching, orientation, competency assessments, and performance improvement activities.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of respiratory care experience with at least three (3) years in a lead or supervisory role preferred
• Current Licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) in the State of California
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required
• Current AHA Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Current AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and manage workflow
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree preferred
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) preferred
• Previous acute care supervisory experience preferred

Physical Requirements

Indicate physical requirements for performing the essential functions of the job by double clicking and selecting 'checked' on the boxes below. These are normally expected to perform regular job duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and applicable, state and local law, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Standing - Constantly
• Walking - Constantly
• Sitting - Occasionally
• Reaching with Hands and Arms - Constantly
• Climb or Balance - Frequently
• Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, or Crawling - Occasionally
• Talking - Constantly
• Hearing - Constantly
• Seeing - Constantly
• Performing repetitive motions with arms or hands - Constantly
• Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 10 lbs - Constantly
• Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 25 lbs - Frequently
• Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 50 lbs - Frequently
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling greater than 50 lbs - Frequently
• Driving - None

Essential Job Functions/Major Areas of Responsibility

The essential functions below are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned to this position, nor does it restrict the duties which may be assigned to this position if such duties reasonably relate to the position.

• Supervises the daily operations of the Respiratory Therapy Department during assigned shifts
• Coordinates staffing assignments and patient care coverage to ensure safe and efficient operations
• Assists with maintaining departmental compliance with regulatory, accreditation, infection prevention, and safety standards
• Monitors respiratory therapy practices to ensure compliance with hospital policies and evidence-based standards of care
• Oversees proper operation, maintenance, and documentation of respiratory and ABG equipment
• Functions as a clinical resource for respiratory therapy staff and other healthcare team members
• Assists with orientation, training, mentoring, and competency assessment of respiratory therapy staff
• Provides coaching and constructive feedback to staff to promote professional development and accountability
• Participates in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives
• Collaborates with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care

Pay Rate: Min - $99,300 l Max - $151,200