Director Respiratory Therapy
Job Duties
Oversees goal setting, budget management, and results.
Develops and implements systems that enable consistent evaluation of care provided.
Manages budget in response to department requirements and monitors budget reports, justifying expenses.
Aids in the development and implementation of policies/protocols/standards designed to facilitate improved care practices.
Collaborates on coordinating projects to meet established objectives and operationalize LVHN vision.
Develops goals for the department that are measurable and consistent with the mission, strategic plan, and quality improvement plans.
Administers interviews; selects and hires all department personnel.
Maintains oversight of outcomes of budgets, clinical interventions, and customer satisfaction; facilitates appropriate intervention.
Participates in research and integrates appropriate research findings into delivery of patient care.
Provides clinical, consultative, technical, or informational services as needed to staff, other disciplines, patients, and/or families.
Reviews activities of department units and facilitates needs of customers are being met in a cost-effective manner.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree Health Care Administration, Science, Business, or related field.
- Master’s Degree Health Care Administration, Science, Business, or related field
- 5 years Healthcare Administrative in an acute care environment.
- Understanding of Respiratory Therapist responsibilities.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist NBRC - State of Pennsylvania within 1 Year
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist NBRC - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
Physical Demands
- Lift and carry 25 lbs.
- Frequent sitting/standing
- Frequent keyboard use
- Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.