Overview:
The Senior Director of System Respiratory Care provides executive leadership across all markets, overseeing the strategic planning, direction, and operational control of respiratory care services. This role encompasses clinical, business, and multidisciplinary functions for patients of all ages, including neonates, pediatrics, and adults, as well as any additional assigned services.
Working in close collaboration with directors and managers, the Senior Director ensures system-wide consistency, fostering alignment and integration across all markets. This position is responsible for spearheading operational initiatives at the tertiary-level facilities while also providing oversight and guidance to leadership at community hospitals.
The Senior Director is expected to demonstrate a high level of autonomy, effectively managing priorities, delegating responsibilities, and making critical resource assignments with minimal oversight. This role requires strong strategic vision, the ability to drive system-wide improvements, and a commitment to operational excellence in respiratory care services.
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school for respiratory care required. A Master’s degree in Business Administration/Healthcare Administration or related field required.
Experience: A minimum of five years progressive supervisory/management experience required.
Licensure/certification: Registered by National Board of Respiratory Care and RCP licensure in appropriate state required.

Additional skills required:

• Stay abreast of current and future trends and practices in area of responsibility; regulatory/ governing standards, policies, and procedures
• required computer/information systems/equipment used in performing assigned duties
• application of safety and infection control policies and procedures
• skills in interviewing and selection process; understanding of budgeting, staffing, payroll and purchasing processes
• project leadership and consultation; ability to develop learning development plans, give and receive feedback, coach and counsel staff; customer feedback and impact on core processes
• delegation, team building, decision making, conflict management, change management skills
• verbal and written communication skills that are sensitive to diversities amongst age groups, cultures, and educational levels
• demonstrated ability to lead and direct operations of multiple facilities and disciplines

Responsibilities:

CUSTOMER SERVICE & PATIENT EXPERIENCE

• Maintains high levels of customer satisfaction by addressing patient, physician, and community concerns promptly and effectively.
• Develops strategies to improve patient experience metrics, including HCAHPS scores.
• Educates staff and implements improvement plans based on patient feedback.

• Provides expert analysis and recommendations to various departments and leadership teams.
• Oversees ABG lab policies and regulatory compliance to ensure continuity with system standards.
• Works closely with leadership to align system policies with best practices in respiratory care.