Interim Director of Respiratory

Interim Director Of Respiratory

An Interim Director of Respiratory is needed to provide operational leadership and stabilize respiratory care services during a period of organizational transition and restructuring. Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer, this leader will oversee respiratory therapy operations across multiple campuses and provide leadership for approximately 70 FTEs.

Key responsibilities include supporting the recruitment and onboarding of permanent respiratory leadership, assisting with the transition of the respiratory float pool into a nursing-led float pool structure, helping align respiratory educators with site-based affiliations, and fostering stability in recruiting, staffing, and daily operations during a period of organizational transition.

The ideal candidate will have extensive respiratory leadership experience in acute care settings, a strong background in workforce stabilization, change management, and employee engagement improvement. Must be highly organized, patient-focused, and able to adapt quickly to changing needs. Excellent communication skills will be critical.

Must be available to start within 2-3 weeks of acceptance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required.
• Progressive respiratory leadership experience, including director-level oversight in an acute care hospital environment. Experience leading through organizational change, staffing challenges, and departmental restructuring is preferred.

The Community

• Littleton offers easy access to the Rocky Mountains, providing year-round opportunities for hiking, skiing, mountain biking, and outdoor recreation.
• Residents enjoy a charming historic downtown district featuring local shops, restaurants, art galleries, and community events.
• The area boasts an extensive network of parks, trails, and open spaces, making it ideal for active lifestyles.
• Littleton is located just south of Denver, offering convenient access to major cultural attractions, professional sports, entertainment venues, and an international airport.
• The community enjoys a high quality of life with excellent schools, family-friendly neighborhoods, and abundant recreational amenities.

Compensation Details

• Compensation Range: $160,000 to $170,000 annually.
• The final compensation rate will be determined based on experience, education, training, location, internal equity, and budget considerations, in accordance with Fair Market Value evaluation. Additionally, some candidates may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, depending on the specific role, including but not limited to health insurance coverage and retirement benefits.
• The listed base compensation range represents a good faith estimate of potential earnings at the time of this job posting and may be subject to future adjustments.

Interim Leadership with B.E. Smith

• Becoming an Interim Leader through BE Smith provides an exceptional opportunity to rapidly make meaningful improvement in healthcare settings. Is the interim leadership lifestyle right for you? Apply now and discover how Interim Leadership could revolutionize your career path.
• Joining the B.E. Smith team means you could receive a full benefits package upon accepting roles. This includes health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D, and a flexible spending account, with some benefits varying based on the job's type and duration.
• As a B.E. Smith employee, we manage your taxes by handling withholdings and also paying the employer portion of your FICA contributions.
• Interim positions come with varying travel requirements. B.E. Smith and the client cover all travel, accommodation, and work-related expenses. You receive bi-weekly trips home at the client's expense, plus a rental car and comfortable lodging for a convenient living experience.
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