Director - Respiratory

Responsibilities

Responsible for the growth of the Respiratory Services. Develops and implements unit and service line goals, including the quality plan to improve overall performance. The position is responsible for the management of the service line budgets, financial outcomes, and resource use in collaboration with the administrative team. Responsible for holding the Respiratory line accountable for standards of patient care and performance and implementation of Service Excellence within the service line.

• Bachelors Degree or 5 years equivalent work experience required.
• Minimum of five years of experience in Respiratory. Minimum of three years of supervisory/managerial experience
• Registered as a RRT by the Texas Medical Board and the National Board of Respiratory Care. BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS, and PALS Healthcare Provider course according to RQI program guidelines must be completed during new hire orientation prior to working in a clinical setting. NRP within 90 days of employment
• Good verbal and written communication skills, Interpersonal skills, computer skills (keyboarding and Microsoft office). Possess the ability to problem solve and think critically. Customer service focus.
• Follows Just Culture principles to ensure just assessment of individual acts.
• Creates a safety‑conscious work environment where employees feel free to raise safety concerns without intimidation, harassment, discrimination, or fear of retaliation.
• Demonstrates commitment to safety in decisions and behaviors.
• Issues potentially impacting safety are promptly identified, fully evaluated, and promptly addressed and corrected commensurate with their significance.

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