Manager, Respiratory Care

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Closing Date:

06/16/2025
Type of Position: Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support
Job Type: Regular
Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No
Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks ( available for benefits eligible positions only ):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department: ICE | NRSL Respiratory Therapy IP C

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Summary of Job Duties: The Respiratory Care Manager is a professional Registered Respiratory Care practitioner who leads under the direction of the Respiratory Care Director. The Respiratory Care Manager is responsible for supervising and coordinating daily operations of the respiratory department, including patient care and clinic/unit business processes. As part of the UAMS Respiratory Care leadership team, Respiratory Care Manager provides expertise as a consultant, educator, clinician, and role model promoting the development of professional standards and improvement of quality patient care.
Qualifications: Required

• Bachelors degree in Respiratory Care

• 3 or more years of Respiratory Care experience

• Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license

• Must hold a current Arkansas Licensed Respiratory Therapy Practitioner (LRCP)

Preferred

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

• Adult Critical Care Specialty in Respiratory Care (ACCS)

• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

Special knowledge, abilities and skills:

• Basic Life Support (BLS)

• Microsoft Word and Excel

• Employees in this role must be fitted for, capable of donning and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment to include N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR) or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR).

Additional Information:

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrates effective analytical abilities to identify department needs that require intervention and/or revision.

• Serves as a liaison with Director and Administration, exchanging information and identifying problems or needs related to clinical activity.

• Maintains awareness of departmental status and potential problems by functioning as a working supervisor.

• Assists in developing, interpreting, and implementing policies, guidelines, protocol, job descriptions, and performance appraisals annually.

• Coordinates scheduling of leave time.

• Demonstrates good managerial judgment in assigning duties appropriate to each individual.

• Other duties as assigned.

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Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity: Hearing
Frequent Physical Activity: Feeling, Grasping, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Sharps, Standing, Talking, Walking
Occasional Physical Activity: Crawling, Crouching, Kneeling, Reaching, Sitting, Stooping
Benefits Eligible: Yes