Department

RESPIRATORY THERAPY - 256170

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Work Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Pay Grade

312

Job Description

The Clinical Manager is responsible for the overall organization, operation, supervision and management of the Cardiopulmonary Services Department, and staff. This individual is additionally responsible for overseeing provision of respiratory care to all patients that range from infant to geriatric who may have any type of disease or physical limitation. The Cardiopulmonary Services Manager demonstrates special knowledge of equipment and maintenance of the equipment as utilized in Respiratory Services, Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation, Cardiovascular Diagnostics, Holter Monitors and EKG's. This position oversees participation in performance improvement as well as other interdepartmental functions as assigned. This individual must work closely with physicians, nurses, and all other clinical staff. Conducts testing and procedures in accordance with current policy and applicable federal, state, and regulatory agencies guidelines and regulations to assure that the highest quality of care is maintained at all times.

Education
Associates required
Bachelors preferred

Experience
Four years respiratory care required
Experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist preferred
Management experience in Respiratory Care preferred

Certification & Licensures
Virginia State Licensed as Respiratory Care Practitioner required
RRT - NBRC (National Board of Respiratory Care) required
BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart ‘Healthcare Provider* (HCP) - AHA approved required
ACLS required

* New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation.

Qualifications
Ability to maintain Continued Education Units as required by Virginia Board of Medicine required
Strong clinical background, critical care experience preferred, and an interest in education required
Excellent teaching ability and communication skills required
Understanding of relevant federal and state regulatory standards required
Supervisory skills to perform and supervise respiratory care as prescribed to patients of all ages, neonate through geriatric required
Ability to handle moderate to high pressure, and stressful situations in a calm and conscientious manner required
Ability and willingness to assume responsibility of Cardiopulmonary Services department operation and management duties required
Ability to support Valley Health Administration, Warren Memorial Hospital Administration, and Respiratory Services system-wide goals required

FLSA Classification
Exempt

Grade
310

Physical Demands
3 B Clinical Manager

Benefits

At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include:

• A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Savings Match
• A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
• Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program

Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.

To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com.