Respiratory Therapy Manager

About the role

This position is responsible for supporting the direction of the respiratory care department. Employee is sought out by others for advice, training, and clarification of job related knowledge. Effectively communicates, coordinates, delegates, makes assignments and manages the daily activities of the respiratory care department. Facilitates, organizes, and reviews the daily workflow to deliver maximal service to patients. Prioritizes, motivates, and promotes quality patient care to support the Mission, Vision, and Values of Swedish Medical Center. Ensures facility technical and documentation expectations are consistent with JCAHO regulations and SMC standards. Positively demonstrates concern and consideration when interacting with patients, medical staff, and employees. Demonstrates independent critical thinking skills for daily activity and patient flow of the respiratory care department and assumes accountability for personal and team contributions. Responsible for completing employee annual performance evaluations, as directed, as well as system analysis, implementation and management of budgetary requirements. Covers patient care caseloads as directed. Responsible and accountable for the full range of human resource management of staff. These activities include, but are not limited to, recruitment and retention, orientation process, staff development and performance enhancement, ensuring productivity, coaching and counseling staff, delegation of departmental work responsibilities and evaluation of staff. Performs other duties as assigned by respiratory care director. Embrace and consistently demonstrate Swedish Memorable Care initiatives, encompassing both patients and employees.

Requirements

• Current Colorado Respiratory License
• Current BLS certification – AHA or ARC
• Current ACLS certification – AHA or ARC
• Current PALS certification – AHA or ARC
• RRT credential required

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree strongly preferred
• Graduate of AMA accredited Respiratory Therapist Program
• Five years clinician experience preferred
• Three years supervisor experience preferred

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Pay

Salary Estimate: $77854.40 - $116812.80 / year. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.

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