Supervisor, Respiratory

Job Details:Job Summary: The Clinical Supervisor has the responsibility of supervising the respiratory therapy staff. The Clinical Supervisor is a licensed professional with responsibility for day-to-day operation of assigned department, which may include clinical care, clinical oversight, quality assurance and regulatory compliance, educational and training program(s), human resources management and/or other areas. Responsibilities: Supervises and administers respiratory therapy to patients as described by a physician Supervises and sets up the use of all respiratory therapy equipment Monitors all respiratory therapy patients to ensure that physician instructions are implemented Maintains a complete record-keeping system of use and upkeep of the respiratory equipment Maintains adequate supplies of oxygen and other therapeutic gases Consults with physicians, nurses and other staff on respiratory therapy matters Instructs students in respiratory therapy technique and practices Participates in the selectuion of new equipment, future planning, and development Enforces safety rules and regulations Provides inservice education for the department and other personnel Keeps up to date of current development in the field through publications, lectures, and conferences Supervises the implementation of departmental policy and procedures Oversees equipment maintenance and care Maintains adequate amounts of supplies Maintains departmental statistics Insures the department conforms to quality assurance standards Ensures the department's conformance to quality assurance standards. Qualifications/Requirements: Experience: Minimum of 3 years of acute care and ICU experience. Education: Associates Degree, required. Bachelor's degree preferred. Masters degree, preferred. Licenses / Certifications: Clinical licensed RT with registration issued by New York State Education Department as a Respiratory Therapist Other: Ability to work closely with other clinical professionals, physicians and nursing personnel in the institution. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities. Strong clinical knowledge and excellent communication skills to articulate to clinical and non-clinical staff. Ability to maintain accuracy of work and attention to detail. About Us: WMC Advanced Physician Services PC Benefits: We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes: Health Insurance Dental Vision Retirement Savings Plan Flexible Saving Account Paid Time Off Holidays Tuition Reimbursement

Created: 2024-11-02