Supervisor, Respiratory Care, Full Time, Day Shift-8Hr at Adventist Health

San Luis Obispo, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Respiratory Care, Leadership, Communication, Quality Improvement, Staff Management, Patient Care, Technical Procedures, Performance Evaluation, Training, Policy Development, Vendor Management, Time Management, Problem Solving, Coaching, Regulatory Compliance, Team Coordination

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Nestled on the Central California Coast, Adventist Health Sierra Vista has been providing care to our community since 1959. Our 162-bed acute care facility includes a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and county designated trauma center. San Luis Obispo offers the excitement of a lively community while being a fifteen-minute drive from the serenity of Avila Beach, known for their natural hot springs, and Pismo Beach, known for their sand dunes and eucalyptus trees. Featuring a charming downtown, comfortable coastal weather, idyllic views, and an active lifestyle San Luis Obispo offers much to be had. Job Summary: Assists in the management and coordination of respiratory care services within the organization. Demonstrates the ability to meet the needs and provide service to all age groups-infancy through geriatrics. Supervises technicians, technologists, Respiratory Care Practitioners and ancillary personnel. Coordinates and equally performs those duties directly involved with a variety of respiratory care procedures. Supervises and directs the activities of various levels of assigned personnel using both professional and supervisory discretion and independent judgment. Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Required Master's Degree: Preferred Five years' clinical experience in an acute care setting: Preferred Leadership experience: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner: Required Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC-RRT) credential or Certified Respiratory Therapist (NBRC-CRT) credential: Required in CA, OR, and HI Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS OR HS-PALS OR RQIPALS) certification: Preferred Essential Functions: Coordinates technicians, technologists, Respiratory Care Practitioners and ancillary personnel within the specific areas, procedures and satellites of the department. Coordinates and equally performs those duties directly involved with a variety of technical procedures. Directs and coordinates department activities and staffing assignments for patient care, reassessing needs throughout the shift and making adjustments as needed. Assesses and prepares staffing schedules that meet departmental needs for all shifts as needed. Monitors employee time and attendance. Monitors and evaluates unit operation for quality and efficiency with a focus on improvement. Demonstrates leadership skills by providing positive role model and enhancing personal growth. Demonstrates communication skills through interaction with customers, peers, physicians and other departments. Monitors and evaluates employee performance , competencies and productivity to ensure proper work levels of quality and quantity are maintained. Evaluate staff performance for annual appraisal and ongoing as performance issues arise. Coaches as needed. Provides corrective action, where deems appropriate, through the issuance of oral and written reprimands. In-services newly hired personnel and recommends, participates, and formulates teaching programs and in-service educational classes. Ensures the quality improvement programs for the department meets regulatory agency standards along with providing statistical reports and updates. Performs Quality Assurance audits to monitor quality of Respiratory functions for their specific areas. Reviews and updates departmental policies and procedure with Respiratory Manager. Reports challenges related to staffing, morale, work methods, and procedures. Coordinates and supervises operational policies and procedures within the assigned department. Interfaces with vendors regarding supplies and equipment making purchase recommendations to administrative personnel. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Organizational Requirements: Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply. Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

Responsibilities

The Supervisor of Respiratory Care manages and coordinates respiratory care services, supervising staff and ensuring quality patient care. They also monitor unit operations for efficiency and lead quality improvement initiatives.