Respiratory Therapy Manager

Job Description: Overview Join Our Growing Team at Good Shepherd Health Care System as a Respiratory Therapy Manager.At Good Shepherd Health Care System, we put “Patients First. Always.” We are committed to bringing state-of-the-art care closer to home and providing exceptional care to our community.Why Choose Good Shepherd?

• Independent & Financially Stable organization
• Top-tier benefits package offering 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums (medical, dental, and vision) for both employees and their families.
• State-of-the-Art Facilities & Services
• Supportive Administration & Culture
• Thriving, Growing Region supporting outdoor lifestyle & adventure.

Good Shepherd Health Care System remains one of the largest employers in the area and plays a pivotal role in the region’s continued growth.Role: Respiratory Therapy ManagerSalary ExemptCompensation Range: Min $121,964.84, Mid $153,841.03, Max $185,717.23*Compensation package also includes 100% employer paid medical, dental, vision premiums for employees and their families.Definition of Position: The Manager for the hospital Respiratory Therapy (RT) department is responsible for the daily operations, clinical oversight, and strategic planning for the RT department. This role ensures high-quality, evidence-based respiratory care services are delivered in compliance with regulatory standards and aligned with the organization’s mission. The manager leads the respiratory care team, oversees staffing and scheduling, supports performance improvement initiatives, and collaborates with physicians and nursing leaders to optimize patient outcomes. The Nurse Manager is responsible to the Chief Nursing Officer.

Responsibilities Essential Job Functions:

• Direct the delivery of respiratory therapy services across inpatient, emergency, and outpatient settings.
• Oversee daily operations, including scheduling, staffing levels, and resource allocation.
• Ensure timely, safe, and effective interventions including mechanical ventilation, oxygen therapy, aerosolized medication delivery, and diagnostic testing.
• Serve as a clinical expert and mentor to respiratory therapists.
• Maintain and ensure adherence to department protocols, clinical pathways, and evidence-based practices.
• Monitor quality of care and patient safety metrics, including ventilator-associated event prevention and respiratory readmissions.
• Manage department budget, equipment inventory, and supply usage.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and evaluate new technologies and equipment for effectiveness and efficiency.
• Ensure proper documentation and billing processes are followed.
• Hire, train, evaluate, and retain qualified staff.
• Facilitate staff competency assessments, continuing education, and certification compliance.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory and accreditation requirements (e.g. CMS, Joint Commission, state health departments).
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals to develop and implement care plans.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds, code teams, rapid response, and emergency preparedness planning.
• Support surge capacity planning and emergency response coordination.
• Act as a liaison with ancillary departments to resolve operational issues and improve interdepartmental communication.
• Monitor incident reporting and escalation processes; facilitate timely follow-up with unit leadership and risk management.
• The employee supports the hospital mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures.
• Participates in required education for DNV programs as applicable to position (reference program education curriculum).
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications Qualifications: Education Required: Associate’s degree in respiratory therapy. Evidence of continuing education relevant to respiratory therapy, management, Healthcare Administration, or related field.Preferred: Bachelor’s or master’s Degree.Licenses/ certifications/ registrationsRequired: Current RRT license in the State of Oregon; ACLS, PALS, CPI training (or equivalent), NRP.Preferred: NAExperience Required: Minimum of 5 years of clinical respiratory therapy experience with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.Preferred: Experience in acute care hospital settings. Previous manager experience.Other Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Possesses knowledge of the scope and complexity of the patient’s age-specific, cultural, physical, and psychosocial well-being served by the hospital. Mathematical computational skills, able to communicate therapeutically. Self-motivated, responsible, role model, well organized. Knowledge of current treatment modalities and supportive care interventions. Ability to provide leadership and guidance to nursing staff. Strong communication, leadership, and critical thinking abilities.Bilingual and/or English Spanish speaking preferred. Ability to work with culturally diverse population.Physical Requirements: The physical and sensory functions described below are essential to the successful performance of this position. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. The position requires sufficient auditory ability to detect and respond to various sounds, including patient alarms and verbal communication. Clear and effective communication is essential, as is the ability to interact with patients, families, and healthcare team members. Visual acuity is necessary for observing patient conditions, reading documentation and monitors, and distinguishing colors for clinical purposes, such as identifying medications or safety indicators. Tactile perception is also important for assessing physical characteristics such as temperature, size, shape, or texture during patient care. Motor coordination is required for reaching, grasping, handling, and performing fine motor tasks necessary for the use of medical equipment and procedures. The position also involves occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling when assisting patients or accessing equipment. Walking and standing are typically continuous throughout the shift. The role requires the ability to lift to 50 pounds independently and involves frequent pushing, pulling, carrying, or repositioning of objects or patients weighing up to 25 pounds. There may also be occasional lifting or transferring of individuals weighing over 100 pounds, with the expectation that appropriate lifting techniques, mechanical aids, or team assistance will be used to ensure safety. May to sit for long periods of time.Working Conditions: This position is performed primarily in an indoor healthcare environment, such as a hospital, clinic, or long-term care facility. While the work setting is protected from outdoor weather conditions, it may be subject to variable indoor temperatures. The role involves frequent exposure to infectious and contagious diseases, hazardous materials, and medical equipment, with the expectation that all staff follow appropriate safety protocols and utilize personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.The health care environment can be fast-paced and unpredictable, requiring the ability to respond quickly to changing circumstances, including high-pressure or emergency situations. The work setting also involves multiple simultaneous demands and varying levels of noise due to medical equipment, staff activity, and patient needs. 40 Hours USD $121,964.84/Yr. USD $185,717.23/Yr. 01-4019 Respiratory Day

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