RESPIRATORY MANAGER - ADVANCED DALLAS HOSPITAL AND CLINICS

OVERVIEW
Advanced Diagnostics Healthcare System is an independent, physician-led and patient-centered organization of hospitals, clinics and diagnostic centers in Texas. We are entirely focused on bringing you advanced, comprehensive care and superior patient experience. As we continue to grow, our focus is providing quality patient care by adding to our team of clinical and non-clinical professionals that work together in a collaborative manner.

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JOB SUMMARY*
This position will manage the Respiratory Care Department and assist in achieving department goals. Will manage the overall operations of the department, including supervising employees, managing schedules, performing technical procedures, providing quality assurance & staff development/education, and maintaining regulatory agency compliance.

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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*

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MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES*

• Provide high quality respiratory care.
• Oversees daily shift operations and staff.
• Maintains records and documentation.
• Monitor outcomes as it adheres to department PI initiatives, clinical performance of the staff along with other internal/external.

• Plan organize and delegate activities as required for the safe, efficient and effective operation of departments/ programs including active participation with other HOSPITAL AND leadership staff to accomplish this objective
• Develop and oversees the implementation of policies, procedures, and standards that direct department/program operations.
• As required for department/program services, verify that policies, procedures, and standards are consistent with hospital, community and nationally recognized evidence based practice standards and regulatory requirements such as Medicare.
• Actively incorporate measures to obtain compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards and requirements
• Implement effective recruitment and retention programs for areas of responsibility, taking action as necessary to provide an adequate level of qualified staff
• Promote professional growth, development and accountability in staff, students and colleagues
• Support diversity objectives of the organization in recruiting and promotion into leadership roles.
• Track and evaluate staff performance and individual development, holding staff accountable for achieving service expectations.
• Coach and mentor subordinate staff in order to improve their performance and expand responsibilities
• Provides therapy assessment and treatment in all levels of care

• Documents patient assessment and treatment in a timely manner
• Refers patients to other services/programs as needed
• Provides age-appropriate assessment and intervention
• Support diversity objectives of the organization in recruiting and promotion into leadership roles.

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RESPIRATORY THERAPIST* RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participates in the treatment of all patients that fall in the above criteria and coordinates such participation with the PACU, the ER/Med Surg units, and the Intensive Care Unit/Step-down unit.
• Performs respiratory care procedures: administer medical gases, medication, and aerosols for therapeutic and diagnostic purposes and provide patient education.
• Follows written orders from physicians in administering drugs and medication to the cardiopulmonary system of patients, evaluate treatment provided and take appropriate action.

• Performs patient assessment and basic interpretation of arterial blood gases, pulmonary function testing and chest x-rays as indicated in Skills Check Off list.
• Provides expert respiratory advice and recommendations to physicians and other staff for population served.
• Communicates effectively with professional colleagues. Manages time effectively. Documents appropriately in the medical records and completes other documentation duties accurately and efficiently according to policies and procedures.
• Remains current in respiratory care through continuing education, participation in services, and review of journals.
• Performs respiratory care procedures: administer medical gases, medication, and aerosols for therapeutic and diagnostic purposes and provide patient education.
• Follows written orders from physicians in administering drugs and medication to the cardiopulmonary system of patients, evaluate treatment provided and take appropriate action.
• Performs patient assessment and basic interpretation of arterial blood gases, pulmonary function testing and chest x-rays as indicated in Skills Check Off list.
• Provides expert respiratory advice and recommendations to physicians and other staff for population served.
• Communicates effectively with professional colleagues. Manages time effectively. Documents appropriately in the medical records and completes other documentation duties accurately and efficiently according to policies and procedures.
• Remains current in respiratory care through continuing education, participation in services, and review of journals.

REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED Required
• Bachelor’s Degree required, preferred in Respiratory Therapy/Healthcare Administration/Management/Business
• 3+5 years supervisory experience.
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required.
• Current Healthcare Provider CPR issued by the American Heart Association required.
• Active RRT State of Texas license required.
• Bilingual preferred but not required
• Two (2) years hospital related experience required.
• Two (2) of the following are preferred: NRP, CPFT, RPFT, RPSGT, Asthma Certified Educator
• Two (2) years of critical care experience, preferred.

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EDUCATION*

• High School Diploma or GED Required
• Bachelor’s Degree required, preferred in Respiratory Therapy/Healthcare Administration/Management/Business

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CERTIFICATION, LICENSURE*

• Active RRT State of Texas license required
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)

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KNOWLEDGE SKILS AND ABILITIES*

• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient served.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development as it relates to the different life cycles. | Pediatric | Adolescent | Adult | Adult/Geriatric.
• The visual ability to monitor instruments, computers, and equipment, recognize alphanumeric characters, distinguish colors and observe physical characteristics are essential to this position.

Job Type: Full-time