Supv, Respiratory Therapy - Lock Haven

at  UPMC

UPMC Lock Haven is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapy Supervisor. This position supports the outpatient Emergency Department setting and helps to cover Skilled Nursing non-invasive vent coverage. Hours are primarily daylight, either eight-hour or twelve-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, with rotating holidays depending on when the holiday falls throughout the year. Additionally, you may be required to work off-shifts or weekends as needed to maintain adequate patient coverage.

• Assure the delivery of quality patient care by all Respiratory Care staff.
• Is an educational resource in Respiratory Care for all other health care practitioners.
• Perform all duties and responsibilities required of a Sr. Respiratory Therapist, RRT. Serve as a role model and resource at all times.
• Assure the effective and efficient use of all available resources.
• Assist in implementing all activities required by regulatory agencies.
• Is directly responsible for the department orientation, educational/in-service, and competency program.
• Ensure a safe and appropriate work environment.
• Prepare and provide various reports as needed and requested.
• Supervise the daily clinical operations of an area or department providing Respiratory Care.
• Complete performance appraisals, assist with staffing decisions and implement personnel actions.
• Ensure compliance with hospital and departmental policies.
• Promote the effective utilization of Respiratory Care through assessment, evaluation, protocols, and consults.
• Assist the Director with the overall management of the department.
• Provide a direct line of communication between all other health care practitioners and Respiratory Care Services.
• Coordinate the evaluation of products and equipment. Provide input into departmental equipment selection and function.
• Provide and maintain a supply inventory.
• Graduate of a Co ARC (Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) approved Respiratory program required.
• Associate’s degree is required;
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• 4 years of total respiratory care experience with a minimum of 3 years in critical care is required.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license in the practicing state is required
• Basic Life Support or Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation is required.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required Respiratory therapists who receive their RRT credential from the NBRC after July 1, 2002, are required to maintain certification under the NBRC guidelines