Director Respiratory Therapy

Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a Director Respiratory Therapy with Catholic Medical Center you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Director of Respiratory Therapy is responsible for the clinical and non-clinical management of the Respiratory Care Services departments, including the Respiratory Care department and Pulmonary Function Lab. This role involves directing operations in accordance with hospital policies and objectives, under the administrative direction of the Chief Operating Officer (COO). The Director plans, organizes, directs, controls, and evaluates all departmental resources to ensure high-quality patient care and measurable returns to the organization, community, and physicians. The Director also oversees program development, staff supervision, budget management, organizational improvement, and regulatory compliance. 

Directs the clinical and non-clinical aspects of Respiratory Care Services. 

Ensures high-quality patient care and generates measurable returns for the organization. 

Plans, organizes, and evaluates all departmental resources. 

Oversees program development, staff supervision, budget management, and regulatory compliance. 

Maintains relationships with physicians, referral sources, and employees. 

Performs position-specific job functions at an acceptable level. 

Supports the mission and goals of the hospital and parent company. 

Develops and maintains clinical standards of practice for all disciplines. 

Supports and participates in marketing efforts and community service organizations. 

Maintains up-to-date professional knowledge. 

Interprets the philosophy/objectives of Respiratory Care Services to staff, clients, families, and the community. 

Is accessible to staff 24 hours per day, unless otherwise designated. 

Assures that budget projections are met annually. 

Intervenes and mediates in management conflicts/problems. 

Enhances Respiratory Care Services’ relationship with other hospital departments, including physician relations and staff development. 

Assumes full responsibility for the functioning of all Respiratory Care Services departments. 

Assumes overall responsibility/accountability for the Respiratory Care Services Quality Improvement Program. 

Communicates incidents, sentinel events, complaints, and other untoward circumstances through the QI system to the COO. 

Develops short and long-range management and organizational plans. 

Develops an annual management plan for Respiratory Care Services. 

Prepares and presents operational and financial reports. 

Directs, plans, organizes, and assures the implementation of all clinical and administrative activities. 

Assures appropriate budget preparation and management. 

Assures that policies and procedures reflect current practices and are consistent with regulatory agency guidelines/mandates. 

Demonstrates a strong commitment to cost-effective management practices. 

Assumes a leadership role in the coordination of medical and safety emergencies.

Is responsive to medical staff and department head expressed concerns. 

Achieves and maintains harmonious relationships with managers, medical staff, other employees, and the public. 

Provides for professional growth/development of staff and provides incentives for advancement within the organization. 

Interprets public policy, economic developments, and public opinion in meeting organizational goals. 

Directs maintenance of physical facilities and property.

Maintains accreditation and licensure standards of regulatory agencies. 

Serves as the primary representative to third parties such as examiners, reimbursors, and planning agencies. 

Performs other duties as assigned by the COO. 

Assures adequate supervision for all department(s) staff, including recognition and affirmation. 

Assures that adequate, qualified staff is available. 

Promotes and facilitates interdisciplinary collaboration. 

Provides administrative direction for the recruitment, employment, development, and termination of employees. 

Approves performance appraisals and wage modifications. 

Reviews and resolves employee grievances. 

Maintains responsibility for medical staff relations. 

Completes annual competencies within the appropriate timeframe.

Education & Experience:

Bachelor's Degree - Required

5+ years experience in Respiratory Therapy - Preferred

State of NH Respiratory Care Practitioner License - Required

Benefits

Catholic Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits  for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support,  including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work  programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support  through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits  for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Shape the future of healthcare at Catholic Medical Center .
Located in Manchester, NH, Catholic Medical Center is a 330-bed acute care hospital and Level III Trauma Center serving southern New Hampshire and northern Massachusetts. Home to the nationally recognized New England Heart & Vascular Institute and The Mom’s Place—an innovative birthing center that pioneered couplet care—we’re proud to lead in both advanced medicine and compassionate service.

As part of HCA Healthcare’s statewide network of Catholic Medical Center in Manchester,  Portsmouth Regional Hospital , Frisbie Memorial Hospital in Rochester hospitals, three freestanding ERs, and over 70 care sites, you’ll join nearly 5,000 colleagues across New Hampshire who are committed to excellence, collaboration, and making a difference every day. At Catholic Medical Center, your work has purpose—and your potential has no limits.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are reviewing applications for our Director Respiratory Therapy opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient care!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.