Respiratory Therapy Manager

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the respiratory therapy department.
• Provide leadership, coaching, training, and support to respiratory therapy staff and healthcare team members.
• Collaborate with nursing, social services, physicians, and other clinical professionals to develop and implement individualized resident care plans.
• Monitor respiratory care services for quality, compliance, and opportunities for performance improvement.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on respiratory conditions, treatment plans, and disease management techniques.
• Conduct resident assessments, obtain clinical histories, and assist in developing appropriate treatment recommendations.
• Administer and oversee respiratory treatments, including inhaled medications, oxygen therapy, ventilation support, and airway clearance therapies.
• Ensure respiratory equipment is properly maintained, cleaned, calibrated, and available for resident care.
• Support staff education related to respiratory care, infection control, emergency response, and evidence-based clinical practices.
• Participate in care conferences, clinical meetings, audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with facility policies, safety standards, CDC precautions, and applicable healthcare regulations.
• Assist with emergency response situations, including respiratory distress events, code situations, and airway management as needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation of respiratory assessments, treatments, interventions, and resident progress.

Requirements

• Prior respiratory care experience required.
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Current Respiratory Therapist license/certification as required by the state.
• Knowledge of Basic Life Support emergency care.
• Knowledge of CDC Standard Precautions and infection control practices.
• Strong understanding of respiratory care procedures, protocols, equipment, and patient safety standards.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Skilled nursing or long-term care experience preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Great team environment
• Supportive leadership staff
• Opportunity to lead and grow respiratory therapy services
• Meaningful work in a resident-centered care environment