Clinical Manager

Clinical Manager - Respiratory Therapy

Location: Saratoga Springs, NY

Employment Type: Full-time

Shift/Schedule: Day shift

Department: Respiratory Therapy

Salary Range: $79, 248.00 - $130,104.00 annually, based on experience and qualifications

About Saratoga Hospital

At Saratoga Hospital , we've built a reputation for high-quality, compassionate care and a commitment to the health and well-being of our community. As part of the Albany Med Health System, we combine advanced technology with a deeply personal approach-creating a supportive environment for patients, staff, and providers alike. We believe that exceptional care starts with exceptional people.

About the Role

We're looking for a dedicated Clinical Manager to join our team and help us continue delivering the level of care our patients and families deserve. In this role, you'll be a vital part of our administrative team, ensuring excellent service, collaboration, and patient outcomes in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Under the direction of the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO), the Clinical Manager, Respiratory Services is responsible for all aspects of respiratory care including, but not limited to: respiratory therapies, oxygen therapy, ventilator management, pulmonary function testing, arterial blood gas, and bronchoscopy. In collaboration with the clinical leadership, is responsible for the planning and development of services responsive to the needs of the community served, the hospital, and the system.

What You'll Do

• Operations :
• Prioritizes, monitors and controls department activities and resources utilization to maximize productivity.
• Assists in developing and implementing departmental goals and objective, consistent with the hospital mission, vision, core values, principles and long-range, strategic and operational plans.
• Evaluates and recommends purchase, installation, and maintenance of department equipment and technology.
• Assists in planning, development, and organization of departmental policies and procedures assuring their appropriateness for the patients served.
• Assists in the oversight of contracts and agreements related to the provision of respiratory and pulmonary services including professional service contracts.

• Leadership & Management :
• Completes tasks and initiatives related to workforce management including recruitment, retention, scheduling, performance management, and professional development.
• Develops and maintains excellence in employee relations, striving to instill a sense of urgency, common purpose and teamwork with intended end results of employee satisfaction and enhancement of staff effectiveness.
• Fosters an environment conducive to the innovation of prevention, diagnosis, management and rehabilitation of pulmonary disease consistent with organizational direction.
• Projects and maintains an excellent personal and professional image through coaching, mentoring, acting as a role model and participating in activities which enhance professional growth.

• Quality and Service:
• Consistent with organizational direction and in collaboration with CNO, coordinates development and implementation of a Customer Satisfaction Plan to includes identification of primary and secondary customers, definition of customer expectations, and establishment of key performance metrics.
• Works with physician stakeholders to develop, implement, monitor, communicate and ensure an effective continuous quality improvement program, which incorporates technical and professional aspects of all services provided and documents performance against established benchmarks.
• Assists in developing innovative approaches to marketing of respiratory and pulmonary services designed to focus on unique hospital and physician capabilities while supporting the established organizational and system-level brand image.

• Fiscal Management:
• Assists with development of departmental budgets and monitors financial performance to achieve optimum reimbursement.
• Coordinates and maintains necessary accreditations. Consults with leadership, fiscal, and other partners regarding patient charges, medical necessity, and medical coding within the department.

• Regulatory and Corporate Compliance:
• In collaboration with Laboratory Services, maintains department compliance with New York State Department of Health, College of American Pathologists, and other relevant regulatory agencies for the arterial blood gas laboratory.
• Responsible for monitoring and responding to FDA-regulated medical device tracking, alerts, and recalls.
• Understands and implements - in consult with CNO, Quality, and related partners - programs and systems that meet regulatory compliance and assure safety standards.
• Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care in alignment with Saratoga Hospital values
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support health, healing, and service excellence
• Perform administrative responsibilities with a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency
• Use hospital systems and tools to document care and support operations
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve processes and support patient and staff satisfaction
• Serve as a positive, professional representative of our hospital and community

What You Bring

• Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy required; Bachelor's degree preferred. Graduate of AMA approved program of education for Registered Respiratory Therapist. Minimum 3 years of experience in a supervisory capacity. Significant clinical experience in respiratory therapy required. Possess RRT credential as offered by the National Board of Respiratory Care. Employees hired prior to 2004 are required to obtain BLS, ACLS, PALS and NRP certification by December 31, 2006. Employees hired after January 1, 2005 are required to obtain BLS, ACLS, PALS and NRP certification within one year of hire date.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to providing patient-first, high-quality service
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Why Saratoga Hospital

• A caring, community-focused culture rooted in teamwork and trust
• Supportive leadership that invests in your development and well-being
• Comprehensive benefits , including medical, dental, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and wellness programs. Click here to view our complete benefits guide.
• Opportunities to grow within the Albany Med Health System
• Located in beautiful Saratoga Springs , known for its vibrant community, outdoor recreation, and cultural attractions

Our Commitment

We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage individuals of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If you're passionate about healthcare and community service-even if you don't meet every qualification listed-we'd still love to hear from you.

How to Apply

Click the 'apply' button to submit your resume and complete our online application. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis-apply today and discover what makes Saratoga Hospital a special place to grow your career.