Respiratory Therapy Supervisor

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides supervision to the technical staff of the Respiratory Care Department on a given shift. Ensures that all therapy is accurately and efficiently accomplished, that the department has sufficient equipment and supplies and that all staff is properly trained. Provides care to any age group from neonatal to geriatric as evidenced by the skill/competency check-offs. Complies with and enforces departmental and University Health System policies and procedures and maintains good public and working relations.


EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Associate's degree with a major in Respiratory Care and credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist from the National Board for Respiratory Care and licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner from the Texas Department of Health. Two years experience after attaining NBRC accreditation, one of which has been in a supervisory capacity is also required. Three years supervisory experience in a 500 plus bed facility is preferred. Supervisors must be certified in BLS and ACLS, with PALS and NRP preferred.