Respiratory Therapy Supervisor jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA

Respiratory Therapy Supervisor supervises, organizes, and coordinates the clinical and technical aspects of services rendered to ensure the delivery of quality respiratory therapy treatment. Specific duties may include: counseling staff members about appropriate procedures and policies, performing therapeutic procedures, running quality control tests on all blood gas analyzers, and maintaining equipment. Being a Respiratory Therapy Supervisor is responsible for the administration of oxygen, therapeutic gas, and respiratory medications to patients in accordance with physician orders. Develops, implements, and controls the provision of therapeutic patient care services. Additionally, Respiratory Therapy Supervisor plans and coordinates the daily work activities of respiratory therapists in accordance with hospital policies and the directives of medical staff. Ensures that all policies and procedures are followed according to the facility and department. Requires an associate degree. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Requires Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). The Respiratory Therapy Supervisor supervises a small group of para-professional staff in an organization characterized by highly transactional or repetitive processes. Contributes to the development of processes and procedures. Thorough knowledge of functional area under supervision. To be a Respiratory Therapy Supervisor typically requires 3 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Supervisor Rehabilitation Therapy - Physical Therapy
  • UnityPoint Health
  • Rapids, IA OTHER
  • Overview

    In conjunction with the manager, the supervisor is responsible for assuring the delivery of timely and effective rehabilitation services to all adult and pediatric patients. Responsible in the areas of planning, organizing, budgeting, supervising, evaluating, staffing, scheduling, training and educating therapy staff. Within the scope of the individual's own discipline, the supervisor is responsible for evaluation, interpretation, planning, implementation and documentation of specific treatment programs. The supervisor will have a mix of patient care and management duties as determined by the manager.


    Responsibilities

    Patient Care/Resource Management

    • Models patient outcome focused care and family-centered practice.
    • Assures provision of patient care to meet patient needs through delivery of service in a timely manner and according to the goals and scopes of services for assigned area.
    • Assists Manager with ensuring development and implementation of evidence-based standards of care for the patient population.
    • Assists Manager with assuring compliance with The Joint Commission, CARF, DIA, Iowa Board of Therapy Examiners and other applicable regulatory bodies.
    • Examines patients/clients - obtains history, performs a systems review, and selects and administers discipline- and age-specific tests and measures to obtain data
    • Evaluates patients/clients - makes clinical judgments based on data gathered during the examination
    • Develops patient/client diagnoses or problem lists (cluster of signs and symptoms)
    • Develops patient/client prognoses (optimal level of improvement and time needed to achieve it)
    • In collaboration with patient or family develops plans of care with measurable goals
    • Develops and implements patient/client interventions, including delegating and supervising support staff
    • Provides patient and family education and training
    • Meets individual and department productivity
    • Monitors and adjusts productivity as it relates to guidelines developed within the division
    • Completes required patient care documentation and communication as applicable
    • Formulates and implements patients’ discharge plans in collaboration with others
    • Assists with management of day to day operations for the department, including measurement of the department's effectiveness.
    • Maintains appropriates staffing levels to meet patient care and service needs
    • Investigates variances and initiates corrective action or justifies non-adherence to quality, financial and patient satisfaction outcome goals.
    • Assists Manager in ensuring the establishment and maintenance of an orientation program for new department associates, based on principles of adult learning.
    • Assists Manager in ensuring in-service, on-the-job training and continuing education programming to meet identified staff development needs.
    • Ensures that proper communications and plans are coordinated with other hospital departments.
    • Participates in recruitment, interviewing, selection, promotion, transfer, status change and L.O.A. decisions.
    • Assists Manager in evaluating associates against established performance criteria, ensuring that all staff meet expectations.
    • Provides ongoing counseling and coaching with direct reports.
    • Models collaborative behaviors that facilitate achievement of department and program goals.
    • Handles conflicting situations in a dignified and respectful manner.
    • Ensures physician, patient and family satisfaction with services provided.

    Program Planning/Development

    • Assists Manager in conducting regular department meetings for problem solving, decision making and communication.
    • Collaborates with Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation management, physicians and others to facilitate planning, implementation and evaluation of strategic plan and other initiatives.
    • Assists with planning and implementation of written goals and objectives.
    • Effectively communicates hospital and division mission, vision and strategic framework.
    • Facilitates the organization and coordination of the delivery of services and care provided through assigned area.
    • Assists Manager in maintaining appropriate quality control programs.
    • Continuously assesses and improves department performance.
    • Attends and contributes to education offerings.
    • Speaks to hospital and community groups, when appropriate.
    • Participates in community preventative and/or health maintenance projects/programs when appropriate.
    • Collaborates with available resource persons to plan, implement, and evaluate research projects, when appropriate.

    Basic UPH Performance Criteria

    • Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies and procedures and safety guidelines.
    • Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable attendance.
    • Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position.
    • Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, TJC, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.
    • Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year.
    • Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance.

    Qualifications

    Minimum Requirements

    Identify items that are minimally required to perform the essential functions of this position.

    Preferred or Specialized

    Not required to perform the essential functions of the position.

    Education:

    Graduate of an accredited therapy program, Bachelor’s degree or higher

    Experience:

    · Minimum of 3 years clinical experience

    · Experience in an interdisciplinary rehabilitation model

    Previous leadership experience

    License(s)/Certification(s):

    Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.

    Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

    · Comprehensive knowledge of rehabilitation theory and practice and an expanded knowledge of current clinical and specialized patient care concepts related to own professional clinical service area

    · Competency in computer word processing, spreadsheet and internet skills

    · Understands health care reform related to assigned area

    Other:

    Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.


    • Area of Interest: Management;
    • FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0;
    • Department: Physical Therapy;
    • Shift: Mon-Fri 8-4:30; occasional weekends;
    • Job ID: 142867;
  • 18 Days Ago

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Staff Nurse - Respiratory Specialty and Palliative Care Unit - 60%, 75%, or 90%
  • Respiratory Specialty and Palliative Care Unit - 60%, 75%, or 90% - Jobs@UIOWA Careers
  • Iowa, IA FULL_TIME
  • All qualified candidates are eligible for a sign on incentive of up to $10,000 University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics—recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States—is Iowa's only compre...
  • 24 Days Ago

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Occupational Therapy Assistant
  • Millennium Therapy
  • Clarence, IA PART_TIME
  • ABOUT US: Millennium Therapy is looking to add a Part-Time or PRN Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to our staff Clarence, IA and Wheatland, IA for Skilled Nursing and Outpatient settings. Millenn...
  • 25 Days Ago

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Physical Therapy Aide - Belle Plaine, IA
  • AthleticoPhysical Therapy
  • Belle, IA PART_TIME
  • Job Function: Rehab Aide Metropolitan Area: Belle Plaine, IA Employment Type: Part-Time Requisition # 2024-38507 Zip Code: 52208 Position OverviewGreater Purpose and Core Values: Athletico’s Greater P...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Physical Therapy Assistant
  • Northern Iowa Therapy
  • Dubuque, IA FULL_TIME
  • Physical Therapy Assistant Dubuque, IA Full Time 30-hour position PRN opportunities are also available Have you ever walked into an ALF/ILF and had your mouth drop open at the gorgeous interiors, incr...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Occupational Therapy Assistant
  • Blue Stone Therapy
  • Ossian, IA FULL_TIME
  • Are you passionate about enhancing lives? Seeking a COTA for our new community in Ossian, IA! Blue Stone Therapy is a leading specialist in SNF Therapy Services. We provide leading edge, skilled, outp...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Special Education Interventionist
  • Cedar Rapids Community School District
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Special Education Interventionist JobID: 12109 + Position Type: Student Support Services + Date Posted: 10/25/2023 + Loc...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Burger King Jobs in Cedar Rapids Now Hiring
  • Burger King
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Ready to tackle a fun and rewarding career? There are Burger King job openings in your area. Apply today and find the jo...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Bus Aides for the 2023-2024 School Year
  • College Community School District
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Bus Aides for the 2023-2024 School Year JobID: 3293 + Position Type: Transportation/ Bus Aide + Date Posted: 7/7/2023 + ...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Private Duty Nurse (LPN)
  • Aveanna
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Private Duty Nurse (LPN) Job Ref: 192707 Location: Cedar Rapids, IA 52401 Category: LPN/LVN Line of Business: PDS Pay Ra...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cross Country Assistant
  • Cedar Rapids Community School District
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Cross Country Assistant JobID: 12272 + Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Coaching + Date Posted: 1/3/2024 + Location:...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Football Head Coach
  • Cedar Rapids Community School District
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Football Head Coach JobID: 12270 + Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Coaching + Date Posted: 1/2/2024 + Location: Was...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Respiratory Therapist
  • Encompass Health Corp.
  • Coralville, IA
  • Weekend Option or PRN available 50% premium for Weekend Option University of Iowa Health Network Rehabilitation Hospital...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Respiratory Therapist
  • Encompass Health
  • Coralville, IA
  • Weekend Option or PRN available 50% premium for Weekend Option University of Iowa Health Network Rehabilitation Hospital...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

The city is divided into four quadrants, used in addressing. 1st Avenue (U.S. Route 151 Business) divides the north and south sides of the city, and the Cedar River divides east and west. Mays Island, in the middle of the river, is the only area of the city where addresses have no quadrant. Areas outside the city limits that have a Cedar Rapids mailing address do not use the quadrants either. Except in the downtown area, 1st Avenue and the Cedar River tend to run diagonally instead of along the cardinal directions. Due to the curving of 1st Avenue, there are some areas in western Cedar Rapids ...
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Income Estimation for Respiratory Therapy Supervisor jobs
$79,748 to $101,063
Cedar Rapids, Iowa area prices
were up 0.8% from a year ago

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Under the supervision of the Director of Respiratory Care and upon the request of the physician sets up and operates various types of respiratory care equipment to be utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disease and/or illness.
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Respiratory Therapy Supervisor in Concord, NH
Responsibilities The Respiratory Therapy Supervisor assumes responsibility for overall functions and professional growth of the Department, contributes to development of site-specific therapist driven protocols, provides consultation with regard to pulmonary disorders and Respiratory Therapy practice, and provides quality respiratory care while ensuring the development and routine monitoring of the Respiratory Therapy Department.
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Respiratory Therapy Supervisor in Jacksonville, FL
On average, a Master's Degree is the highest level of education for a Respiratory Therapy Supervisor Non-RRT.
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