Assistant Director of Respiratory

About the role

As the Assistant Director of Respiratory, you will assist the Director of Respiratory Therapy in overseeing the daily operations of the Respiratory Therapy Department and ensuring high-quality respiratory care for residents. This is a full-time position.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director in overseeing daily operations and ensuring high-quality respiratory care for residents.
• Assist with the daily operations, staffing, scheduling, and workflow of the Respiratory Therapy Department
• Assist in supervising, training, and evaluating respiratory therapy staff
• Support the Director in ensuring compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations, including CMS, OSHA, and infection control standards
• Assist with developing, implementing, and monitoring respiratory care plans
• Provide and oversee respiratory treatments, including oxygen therapy, ventilator support, aerosol treatments, and tracheostomy care
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary teams regarding resident care and treatment plans
• Monitor documentation and ensure timely and accurate charting in the EMR
• Assist with quality improvement initiatives and efforts to improve resident outcomes
• Support efforts to reduce hospital readmissions and improve respiratory care outcomes
• Ensure proper infection prevention and control practices are followed
• Assist with respiratory equipment, supplies, maintenance, and department needs
• Provide education and guidance to respiratory therapy staff, residents, and families
• Assist with orientation and training of new respiratory therapy employees
• Serve as a resource to respiratory therapy staff and assist with clinical and operational concerns
• Assist in overseeing department operations in the absence of the Director of Respiratory Therapy
• Participate in on-call responsibilities as needed

Requirements

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential
• Active state license as a Respiratory Therapist
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist
• Minimum 1 year of experience in respiratory therapy management or leadership
• SNF/LTC experience preferred
• Availability for on-call responsibilities as needed
• Strong computer and EMR skills
• Knowledge of respiratory care, including oxygen therapy, ventilator management, aerosol treatments, and tracheostomy care

Benefits

• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Healthcare Benefits – Medical, Dental & Vision
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities