Respiratory Therapy Manager

About the role

This is a shared RT Manager role covering Menorah Medical Center and Overland Park Regional Medical Center. Reports to the COO/Director Outpatient Services and is responsible for all operations and administrative functions of Respiratory. In partnership with Administration, the Manager is responsible for setting objectives, strategic positioning, planning, establishing service standards, budgeting and overall financial performance. Responsible for the integrations and management of all Respiratory Departments with regard to staffing and supervision, equipment, purchasing, billing and charge collection, quality improvement activities and staff development. Accountable for ensuring Respiratory operations and are in compliance with all Joint Commission and other regulatory requirements. Establishes additional staff training, QA, and outcome measurements. Interviewing and hiring, employee orientation, computer training and staff competency. Perform all employee coaching and disciplinary actions up to and including termination. Be accountable and accessible for the 24-7 operations of the RT department. Evaluate new equipment and set up in-services. Attend committee meetings and performing performance evaluations. Work in the capacity of staff therapist when needed. Verify and sign off payroll and invoices. Maintain and write policies and procedures as may be necessary in the operation of the department. Responsible for reports for PI, quality assurance, and outcome measurements Submit expense and capital budget.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for setting objectives, strategic positioning, planning, establishing service standards, budgeting and overall financial performance.
• Establishes additional staff training, QA, and outcome measurements.
• Interviewing and hiring, employee orientation, computer training and staff competency.
• Perform all employee coaching and disciplinary actions up to and including termination.
• Be accountable and accessible for the 24-7 operations of the RT department.
• Evaluate new equipment and set up in-services.
• Attend committee meetings and performing performance evaluations.
• Work in the capacity of staff therapist when needed.
• Verify and sign off payroll and invoices.
• Maintain and write policies and procedures as may be necessary in the operation of the department.
• Responsible for reports for PI, quality assurance, and outcome measurements Submit expense and capital budget.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an Accredited Program of Respiratory Therapy. Bachelors of Science strongly preferred.
• Licensure/ Certifications: Licensed Respiratory Therapist from the Kansas Board of Healing Arts. Must be registered with the National Board for Respiratory Care as RRT. BLS and ACLS from American Heart Association or American Red Cross, and NRP required upon hire.
• Experience: 5 years experience working as RRT in acute care setting required. 2 years Supervisory or Management experienced preferred. Must have strong clinical assessment skills and the ability to make decisions independently. Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills required.

Skills

Strong clinical assessment skills, decision-making abilities, and excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential. Must be able to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Benefits

HCA offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: 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 wellbeing401(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 stockFamily 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 moreConsumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer DiscountsRetirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnershipsEducation assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)Colleague recognition programTime 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. Learn More About Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $75,000 - $100,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

The schedule for this role is typically 40 hours per week, with potential for evening and weekend shifts due to the 24-7 operations of the Respiratory Therapy department.