The Director of Respiratory Therapy is accountable for directing and coordinating the overall operation of the Respiratory Therapy Department.

MAJOR ACTIVITIES:

· Manages the department in an efficient manner by planning, organizing and controlling all activities of the

department.

· Administers and/or supervises all prescribed respiratory therapy treatments. Assures that respiratory

treatments are provided in compliance with physician's orders.

· Assures that patients who are receiving treatments are made as comfortable as possible and kept as

calm as possible.

· Assures that respiratory equipment is maintained in proper working condition.

· Responds to code blue to assist medical personnel in administering urgent respiratory therapy.

· Manages the personnel function by interviewing, selecting, evaluating, disciplining and terminating

personnel or recommending such action as necessary. Assures that employees receive orientation

and required in-service training and that they maintain required licensure or certification.

· Determines staffing needs and patterns and recommends appropriate staffing levels and classifications

consistent with unit position authorization.

· Maintains up-to-date knowledge in the field to allow recommendation of new services, products and

equipment. Maintains an adequate stock of supplies and equipment and assure that gases are stored

safely.

· Develops, implements, interprets and maintains work standards and procedures that are in compliance

with hospital policies, governmental regulations and various regulatory agency requirements.

· Evaluate the quality and appropriateness of services being provided in the department through an on-going program of quality assurance.

· Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings.

· Participate in committee meetings as requested.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES:

· Responsible for the efficient management and operation of the Respiratory Therapy Department.

· Responsible for the supervision and instruction of the department staff.

· Responsible for the well-being of the patient during treatment provided by respiratory personnel.

Education

· Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy.

· Certified by the National Board for Respiratory Care.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

· Three years experience in Respiratory Therapy.

· Previous supervisory experience preferred.