Manager, Respiratory Therapy

Banner Health
Chandler, Arizona
Full Time

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Primary City/State:

Chandler, Arizona

Department Name:

Respiratory Thrpy-Hosp

Work Shift:

Varied

Job Category:

Clinical Care

You have a place in the health care industry. If youre looking to leverage your abilities to make a real difference and real change in the health care industry you belong at Banner Health. Apply today.

Banner Health was named to Fortunes Americas Most Innovative Companies list for the second year in a row for 2024 and named Most Trustworthy Companies in America by Newsweek. Were proud to be recognized for our commitment to the latest health care advancements and excellent patient care.

As the Manager, Respiratory Therapy, you can bring your experience and passion for health care to our Respiratory Therapist and Vascular Access Specialist team at Banner Ocotillo Medical Center in Chandler, AZ! Banner Ocotillo Medical Center is Banner Health's newest acute care hospital, with all new equipment, and facilities.

Our respiratory therapy department is a small department with a fun group of core RRTs that work well in a team environment, with our team experiencing the opportunity to work with all types of patient populations every day. Our RRTs mostly work with critical care and adult patients and also get some pediatric case exposure in the emergency department. Since Ocotillo is a new facility, there is a great culture of collaboration among all departments; everyone is very friendly and helpful.

Your pay and benefits (Total Rewards) are important components of your Journey at Banner Health. Banner Health offers a variety of benefit plans to help you and your family. We provide health and financial security options so you can focus on being the best at what you do and enjoying your life.

Banner Ocotillo Medical Center is a new, comprehensive medical center located in Chandler, AZ. The hospital has 124 beds with ample shelled space for future growth. The hospital offers key inpatient and outpatient services, such as emergency care, intensive care, endoscopy, cardiac catheterization, imaging, surgical and womens services. The hospital utilizes cutting-edge technology to improve safety and quality, including robotic surgeries, UV disinfecting lighting, and smart devices for all caregivers.

POSITION SUMMARY
This position plans and provides operational, financial, managerial and/or clinical support to patients, staff and director within the department. This position supervises employees and participates in selection, orientation, counseling, evaluation and staff scheduling. Maintains a depth and breadth of clinical competency to assess the delivery of Respiratory Care and/or Sleep Medicine and participates in quality improvement processes.

CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Promotes, advocates for and participates in multidisciplinary patient care services using collegial and collaborate approach to group decision making as part of a self-direct work team.

2. Hires, trains, conducts performance evaluations, and directs the workflow for the staff. This position is also accountable for participating in the development and implementation of department goals and objectives. Ensures all goals and objectives are met timely and effectively.

3. Serves as a resource and provides leadership assistance to achieve optimal clinical, operational, financial, and satisfaction outcomes. Acts as a consultant within the organization and perhaps in the community.

4. Supports change and participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of the goals/objectives and process improvement activities within the department. Works with staff to make necessary changes. May analyze data and healthcare trends to gain efficiencies and improve patient outcomes.

5. Participates in the development of the department budget in conjunction with established goals and objectives. Plays a key role in ensuring budgetary goals are met on an annual basis.

6. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.

7. Provides operational, financial and managerial leadership. Internal customers: all levels of nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team. External customers: physicians, community agencies, vendors, registry agents and regulatory agencies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Proof of having passed the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). RRT required for all new hires to the position after October 1, 2015. Incumbents in the position as of October 1, 2015 must possess their RRT by October 1, 2017. A current license in state practiced as required by state law. In Home Care setting, must posses valid drivers license and be eligible for coverage under the company auto insurance policy. BLS certification required.

Must have a working knowledge of hospital operations, medical/nursing staff procedures, hospital and community resources as typically achieved through three years of technical experience and two years of managerial experience. Requires excellent leadership skills and an ability to interact well across departments, facilities and organizations. Excellent organizational, human relations, and communication skills are required to maintain good rapport and effective working relationships with internal and external customers.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.