Director - Respiratory Care - New Brunswick, NJ - RWJBarnabas Health
New Brunswick, NJ
About the Job
Director - Respiratory Care - New Brunswick, NJReq #:46846
Category:Leadership
Status:Full-Time
Shift:Day
Facility:Childrens Specialized Hosp
Department:Respiratory Care
Location:
New Brunswick (NB), 200 Somerset St., New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Job Overview:
To direct, coordinate and manage the Respiratory Care Services department assuring efficient and economical operation and high-quality pediatric patient care as defined by scope of clinical practice for Children s Specialized Hospital.
Qualifications:
Required:
+ Bachelor s degree from an approved school of Respiratory Care
+ New Jersey Respiratory Therapist license
+ Registered Respiratory Therapist, (RRT) required
+ Credentials issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care
+ American Heart Association BLS Provider Certification
+ Minimum of 5-7 years clinical experience in respiratory therapy
+ 2-5 years of progressive leadership experience
Preferred:
+ Master s degree in an appropriate field of study
+ PALS certification
+ Experience inclusive of pediatrics and/or neonates
Certifications and Licenses Required:
+ New Jersey Respiratory Therapist license
+ Registered Respiratory Therapist, RRT
+ Credentials issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care
+ American Heart Association BLS Provider Certification
Scheduling Requirements:
+ Full Time
+ 40 hours/week
Essential Functions:
+ Leadership
+ Demonstrates effectiveness in directing and in the development and implementation of clinical programs, staffing protocols and therapeutic methods and procedures to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of patient services developed
+ Establishes and enforces written policies and procedures for provision of all Department services
+ Reviews and revises annually and as needed
+ Continually strives to meet the identified needs of the users of Department services
+ Demonstrates effective customer service and addresses all complaints
+ Works with supervisors and staff to resolve issues
+ Communicates with others to ensure resolution
+ Responsible for oversight of direct reports (e.g. respiratory manager, supervisors and other respiratory leaders)
+ Development
+ Demonstrates commitment to managerial development through participation in meetings, committee membership and continuing education
+ Acts as an educational resource and is available to Department staff, Medical and Nursing staff and other interested parties
+ Supports staff and supervisory development through Hospital, System and outside educational offerings
+ Acts as a mentor as appropriate
+ Actively seeks input from physicians, nursing, patients and other users to determine Department performance
+ Incorporates information into improvement plans
+ Planning
+ Ensures staffing is appropriate to meet patient care needs and support service functions
+ Effectively participates with professional staff members of other Hospital services to coordinate services, educational opportunities or support needs
+ Develops goals and objectives in consultation with Administration, Medical Staff and staff consistent with Hospital Mission
+ Consistently completes all assignments in a timely manner, appropriately detailed with predetermined measurable checkpoints and expected variations
+ Professionalism
+ Role-models leadership and professionalism to create an environment that support staff in their personal and professional growth
+ Stays abreast of healthcare issues, trends in education, and clinical research that influence the CSH respiratory practice environment
+ Integrates ethical principles, service, and leadership into all learning activities
+ Customer Satisfaction
+ Maintains positive relationships with all customers, employee, physician, patient, visitor, and guests
+ Utilizes a variety of feedback to improve processes and services to meet and exceed customer needs
+ Uses sound employee relations practices and maintains high levels of visibility and accessibility
+ Follows through on all customer requests and inquiries in a timely fashion
+ Quality Management
+ Utilizes principles of CQI in all work situations
+ Seeks feedback and recommendations from others to improve the quality, processes and services
+ Contributes to improving quality services and productivity (takes the initiative to continually evaluate one s work, report problems, suggest solutions and try new ideas)
+ Financial Responsibility
+ Effectively allocates and schedules resources
+ Able to project and appropriately staff the unit/department to effectively function and meet demand
+ Utilizes resources, both labor and non-labor to maximize efficiency and quality
+ Adheres to budgetary guidelines and targets-proactively manages budget variances and causes
+ Sustainability
+ Determines priorities and organizes work and time to meet them
+ Follows sound employee retention techniques, effective selection and interviewing, recognition, fair and timely discipline, and ongoing performance feedback
+ Interacts constructively, tactfully and diplomatically with others and resolves conflicts effectively
+ Demonstrates cultural competency and ability to maintain a diverse workforce
+ Execution
+ Completes tasks and assignments in a timely, accurate and efficient manner. Remains positive and focused despite obstacles and setbacks
+ Demonstrates a sense of urgency in completing assignments
+ Organizes multiple assignments and/or projects simultaneously to accomplish goals
+ Evaluates own practice in relation to professional practice standards, relevant statutes and regulations, maintaining continuing competence, and teaching and learning effectiveness
+ Regulatory
+ Insures that Respiratory Care Services Department complies with all applicable policies, laws and regulations
+ Light travel requirement between CSH sites located in New Brunswick, Mountainside and Toms River
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
+ Paid Time Off (PTO)
+ Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
+ Dental and Vision Insurance
+ Retirement Plans
+ Short & Long Term Disability
+ Life & Accidental Death Insurance
+ Tuition Reimbursement
+ Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
+ Wellness Programs
+ Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
+ Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Category:Leadership
Status:Full-Time
Shift:Day
Facility:Childrens Specialized Hosp
Department:Respiratory Care
Location:
New Brunswick (NB), 200 Somerset St., New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Job Overview:
To direct, coordinate and manage the Respiratory Care Services department assuring efficient and economical operation and high-quality pediatric patient care as defined by scope of clinical practice for Children s Specialized Hospital.
Qualifications:
Required:
+ Bachelor s degree from an approved school of Respiratory Care
+ New Jersey Respiratory Therapist license
+ Registered Respiratory Therapist, (RRT) required
+ Credentials issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care
+ American Heart Association BLS Provider Certification
+ Minimum of 5-7 years clinical experience in respiratory therapy
+ 2-5 years of progressive leadership experience
Preferred:
+ Master s degree in an appropriate field of study
+ PALS certification
+ Experience inclusive of pediatrics and/or neonates
Certifications and Licenses Required:
+ New Jersey Respiratory Therapist license
+ Registered Respiratory Therapist, RRT
+ Credentials issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care
+ American Heart Association BLS Provider Certification
Scheduling Requirements:
+ Full Time
+ 40 hours/week
Essential Functions:
+ Leadership
+ Demonstrates effectiveness in directing and in the development and implementation of clinical programs, staffing protocols and therapeutic methods and procedures to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of patient services developed
+ Establishes and enforces written policies and procedures for provision of all Department services
+ Reviews and revises annually and as needed
+ Continually strives to meet the identified needs of the users of Department services
+ Demonstrates effective customer service and addresses all complaints
+ Works with supervisors and staff to resolve issues
+ Communicates with others to ensure resolution
+ Responsible for oversight of direct reports (e.g. respiratory manager, supervisors and other respiratory leaders)
+ Development
+ Demonstrates commitment to managerial development through participation in meetings, committee membership and continuing education
+ Acts as an educational resource and is available to Department staff, Medical and Nursing staff and other interested parties
+ Supports staff and supervisory development through Hospital, System and outside educational offerings
+ Acts as a mentor as appropriate
+ Actively seeks input from physicians, nursing, patients and other users to determine Department performance
+ Incorporates information into improvement plans
+ Planning
+ Ensures staffing is appropriate to meet patient care needs and support service functions
+ Effectively participates with professional staff members of other Hospital services to coordinate services, educational opportunities or support needs
+ Develops goals and objectives in consultation with Administration, Medical Staff and staff consistent with Hospital Mission
+ Consistently completes all assignments in a timely manner, appropriately detailed with predetermined measurable checkpoints and expected variations
+ Professionalism
+ Role-models leadership and professionalism to create an environment that support staff in their personal and professional growth
+ Stays abreast of healthcare issues, trends in education, and clinical research that influence the CSH respiratory practice environment
+ Integrates ethical principles, service, and leadership into all learning activities
+ Customer Satisfaction
+ Maintains positive relationships with all customers, employee, physician, patient, visitor, and guests
+ Utilizes a variety of feedback to improve processes and services to meet and exceed customer needs
+ Uses sound employee relations practices and maintains high levels of visibility and accessibility
+ Follows through on all customer requests and inquiries in a timely fashion
+ Quality Management
+ Utilizes principles of CQI in all work situations
+ Seeks feedback and recommendations from others to improve the quality, processes and services
+ Contributes to improving quality services and productivity (takes the initiative to continually evaluate one s work, report problems, suggest solutions and try new ideas)
+ Financial Responsibility
+ Effectively allocates and schedules resources
+ Able to project and appropriately staff the unit/department to effectively function and meet demand
+ Utilizes resources, both labor and non-labor to maximize efficiency and quality
+ Adheres to budgetary guidelines and targets-proactively manages budget variances and causes
+ Sustainability
+ Determines priorities and organizes work and time to meet them
+ Follows sound employee retention techniques, effective selection and interviewing, recognition, fair and timely discipline, and ongoing performance feedback
+ Interacts constructively, tactfully and diplomatically with others and resolves conflicts effectively
+ Demonstrates cultural competency and ability to maintain a diverse workforce
+ Execution
+ Completes tasks and assignments in a timely, accurate and efficient manner. Remains positive and focused despite obstacles and setbacks
+ Demonstrates a sense of urgency in completing assignments
+ Organizes multiple assignments and/or projects simultaneously to accomplish goals
+ Evaluates own practice in relation to professional practice standards, relevant statutes and regulations, maintaining continuing competence, and teaching and learning effectiveness
+ Regulatory
+ Insures that Respiratory Care Services Department complies with all applicable policies, laws and regulations
+ Light travel requirement between CSH sites located in New Brunswick, Mountainside and Toms River
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
+ Paid Time Off (PTO)
+ Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
+ Dental and Vision Insurance
+ Retirement Plans
+ Short & Long Term Disability
+ Life & Accidental Death Insurance
+ Tuition Reimbursement
+ Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
+ Wellness Programs
+ Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
+ Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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