Respiratory Therapist Service Director

Montebello Care Center

$104K — $135K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2-4 years of experience in direct Respiratory Therapy in long-term care or nursing facility settings.
  • Current Respiratory License in the state.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • Ability to remain calm and act decisively in emergency situations.
  • Current CPR/BLS certification.
  • Knowledge of nursing practices and terminology related to respiratory care in long-term care.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the respiratory care department to ensure high standards of resident care.
  • Manage the respiratory therapy team and direct care protocols.
  • Collaborate with physicians and nursing staff to develop individualized care plans.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance related to respiratory therapy practices.
  • Manage the use and maintenance of respiratory equipment.
  • Lead quality improvement initiatives within the respiratory care department.

Benefits

  • Access to ongoing professional development and training.
  • Supportive work environment with a focus on team collaboration.
  • Opportunity to directly impact the quality of resident care.
  • Flexible scheduling options, including weekends.
Full Job Description
Are You Ready to Make a Difference in Healthcare? We are now hiring a Respiratory Therapist Service Director to join our dedicated team in providing exceptional care to our residents!

Salary Range: $50-$65 per hour

Saturday and Sunday

As the Respiratory Therapist Service Director in our nursing facility, you will oversee the respiratory care department, ensuring that residents receive the highest level of care for their breathing disorders. You will manage the respiratory therapy team, direct care protocols, and collaborate with physicians and nursing staff to develop and implement individualized care plans. In addition, you will ensure regulatory compliance, manage the use of respiratory equipment, and lead quality improvement initiatives.

Must Have:
  • 2-4 years of experience providing direct Respiratory Therapy in a long-term care or nursing facility setting.
  • Current Respiratory License in the state.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • Ability to remain calm and act decisively in emergency or high-pressure situations.
  • Current and valid CPR/BLS certification.
  • Knowledge of nursing practices, procedures, and terminology related to respiratory care in long-term care.

Nice to Have:
  • Experience working with a multi-disciplinary team in a nursing facility.
  • Experience in an acute care respiratory unit or skilled nursing environment.
  • Experience with PointClickCare (PCC) or other electronic health records (EHR) systems.

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