Manager Respiratory Therapy

Respiratory Care Leadership Position

Leads respiratory care services across one or multiple sites. Manages teams, ensures high clinical standards, oversees operations, drives quality improvement, and implements evidence-based respiratory practices. Identifies advancements in respiratory equipment and develops innovative solutions to improve patient care, safety, and outcomes.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Paid time off

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Development

• Manage, coach, and develop respiratory care teams
• Foster collaboration, accountability, and performance improvement
• Support training, professional growth, and change management

Operations Management

• Translate business plans into actionable team goals
• Oversee workflow, staffing, resources, and budgeting
• Improve operational efficiency, inventory, and equipment processes
• Use performance data to drive service improvements

Clinical Oversight

• Implement clinical standards, protocols, and evidence-based practices
• Ensure staff training and competency across sites
• Support patient, family, and caregiver education

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure adherence to regulatory and organizational standards
• Maintain patient confidentiality and data security
• Identify risks, enforce safety protocols, and oversee corrective actions

Patient Care Leadership

• Oversee patient assessments and care plan development
• Ensure safe care delivery, infection control, and treatment effectiveness
• Guide teams in managing complex cases and discharge planning

Quality Improvement

• Lead initiatives to improve care quality, safety, and efficiency
• Resolve complex patient issues and complaints
• Drive process improvements using data and feedback
• Support development of new services aligned with healthcare trends

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy, Healthcare Administration, or related field
• 7+ years of respiratory therapy or related experience
• 3+ years in a leadership role
• At least 2 years of direct respiratory therapy experience

Required Certifications & Licensure

• California Respiratory Care Practitioner License
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Basic Life Support (BLS)

Key Skills

Asthma & pulmonary care, respiratory equipment, patient safety, care coordination, patient education, quality improvement, clinical standards, mentoring, resource management, and service excellence. Compensation: $182,000.00 - $210,000.00 per year