Manager of Respiratory Therapy

Coffeyville Regional Medical Center

Manager of Respiratory Therapy

Coffeyville, KS
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Coffeyville Regional Medical Center, or "CRMC", is a 25-bed, non-profit, critical access hospital serving Southeast Kansas and Northeast Oklahoma since 1949. As a rural hospital, CRMC is surprising because of its large size and wide variety of services. Although we can provide many of the same services you will find in a big city, we take great pride in our friendly and caring staff

    GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

    The Manager of Respiratory Therapy is a professional Respiratory Therapist who leads CRMC's Respiratory Care department by increasing clinical aptitude in promoting an environment of patient-focused quality, learning, and collaboration. This individual will be a working supervisor who assesses and treats patients with both acute and chronic dysfunction of the cardiopulmonary system in collaboration with physicians and care providers to coordinate the best plan of care for the patient.

    JOB DUTIES:

    Schedule staff appropriate for census and reconcile employee time report

    Perform competency evaluation, performance appraisals, employee engagement, recognition, and corrective action activities, as necessary

    Prepare and monitor unit budget

    Perform therapeutic and diagnostic interventions for respiratory conditions

    Evaluate and assess patients' respiratory needs to develop an appropriate care plan in accordance with

    approved protocols or by consulting with and making recommendations to physicians

    Evaluate and assess patients' ventilator needs, utilizing appropriate modes, ventilators, and technology,

    both invasive and non-invasive in accordance with approved protocols or by consulting with and making

    recommendations to physicians

    Accurate document therapy and medications administered, including pre and post assessment of

    therapy, diagnostic testing results, patient interventions, and physician communications

    Assure accuracy of patient charges by correct documentation

    Assist with equipment care and maintenance, cleaning and disinfection/sterilization, reassembly, and

    functional checks

    Maintain confidentiality of all information according to HIPAA and company policy

    The Manager of Respiratory Therapy assumes other responsibilities as assigned.

     

    JOB REQUIREMENTS:

    Analytical ability to apply criteria and evaluate information to make decisions

    Strong verbal and written communication skills, and excellent interpersonal skills in teaming with

    patients, medical staff, and the public

    Detail-oriented with proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment

    Professional appearance and ease in developing rapport with others

    Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common, specific, and technical journals

    Accurate clinical assessment skills regarding the patient's medical condition

    Knowledge of respiratory principles and procedures

    Computer skills, including MSOffice, Outlook, and Meditech, preferred

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

    Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program, required

    Registration with the National Board for Respiratory Care, required

    Current licensure with the State of Kansas, required

    3+ years' Respiratory Therapist experience required

    BLS, ACLS and PALS, required

    Two years' supervisory experience, preferred

    Critical care experience in hospital setting, preferred

    CRMC BENEFITS OVERVIEW

    Our comprehensive compensation plan includes, the following benefits.

    Generous paid time off

    Medical/Dental/Vision

    Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS)

    403B Retirement Savings

    Additional Voluntary Insurance

    Federal Student Loan Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible Employer

    Voluntary Short Term Disability

    Employee Assistant Program

    Free Indoor Walking Track & Gym

    We are excited to learn about you and hope you join us on a shared mission serving every generation with patient centered, compassionate care. Please take a moment to visit our website http://https://www.crmcinc.org/ to learn how we make an impact through collaboration, innovation, and stewardship.

    Coffeyville Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our associates is critical to our success. All qualified applicants will receive consideration of employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please contact Human Resources at HR@crmcinc.org or 620-252-1662.

  • Industry
    Hospital and Health Care