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)
Dameron Hospital is a fully accredited, non-profit, 200 bed community hospital providing acute and tertiary level care to San Joaquin County residents. Now managed by Adventist Health, our hospital remains committed to providing the high quality care that has earned various state and national recognitions, as well as numerous awards and accolades. The hospital has also been designated by Blue Shield of California as a Blue Distinction® Center for Bariatric Surgery and for Knee and Hip Replacements as part of the Blue Distinction® Centers for Specialty Care program. In addition to being a top-rated joint replacement center in the Stockton area, and the county's leading orthopedic hospital, Dameron has also been recognized as a Top Performer for its Quality Metrics by The Joint Commission.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Supervises and coordinates the delivery of cardiopulmonary services on assigned shift. Ensures optimal productive utilization of personnel with respect to work and safety requirements. Monitors staffing/scheduling and makes adjustments, as warranted. Acts as a technical resource for staff members. Performs employee evaluations and administers corrective action in collaboration with Department Director and Human Resources. Participates in patient care, staff education, orientation, competency assessment and in-service activities. Monitors the performance of the Blood Gas Laboratory, and reviews the on-going analysis of patient samples, Quality Control samples, calibrations, linearity, and operation of analyzers. Performs corrective action on analyzers, as required, and documents actions taken. Participates in proficiency testing for the Blood Gas Laboratory, evaluating staff performance and competency, and CQI activities. Participates in interdisciplinary and administrative meetings, as directed, and helps to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies. Performs all Essential Functions as listed. Must be able to perform jobs in all patient care and operational areas subject to reasonable accommodations. Uses respiratory care equipment, prepares medication and supplies; disassembles, cleans and reassembles equipment. The incumbent is responsible for responding to Code Blue situations and providing appropriate intervention including, but not limited to BLS and airway management; provides endotracheal intubation to adult, pediatric and newborn patients, if certified. Is responsible for providing quality care to patients who require respiratory care expertise. The incumbent staff member also demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to any age-related needs of the patients served on his or her assigned unit; this includes neonates/infants and child/pediatric patients in the Emergency Department. He or she must be able to assess and interpret data about patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s needs and provide the appropriate care, including age-related care, needed by the specific patient group. Must be able to employ all mandatory safety devices and procedures. Must participate in the Respiratory Protection Program, which may include the wearing of a respirator. This is a non-union position.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
As established by the Respiratory Care Board of California to obtain California RCP license.
Experience:
Minimum of two (2) years supervisory experience preferred.
Minimum of five (5) years of previous clinical/hospital experience desired.
Previous endotracheal intubation experienced preferred, but not required.
Previous oversight of a Blood Gas Laboratory, preferred.
Licenses/Certificates:
California State RCP license
Current Adult Intubation certification within 90 days of hire or transfer; annually thereafter
Current AHA ACLS certification within 90 days of hire or transfer; active status thereafter
Current AHA BLS certification
Certification for Blood Gas Sampling and Analysis (DHA issued) within 90 days of hire or transfer; annually thereafter
Member, California Society for Respiratory Care, strongly recommended
Member, American Association for Respiratory Care, strongly recommended
Current NRP certification, strongly recommended
Current PALS certification, strongly recommended
Requirements:
Sexual Harassment training must be completed within 6 months of hire or promotion, and every year thereafter.
Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA and HI) or the option of COVID-19 vaccine or weekly testing (required in OR), etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
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