SUPV-Respiratory Therapist, Surgical Services, Full Time

Respiratory Therapy Supervisor

Sierra Medical Center is part of Northern Nevada Health System, a regional multi-facility system that has excelled at offering quality care to residents of the greater Truckee Meadows. Sierra Medical Center is a 170-bed acute care hospital offering services including 24/7 ER care, cardiology, oncology, labor and delivery, level II NICU, surgical and orthopedic services, and much more.

What we at Sierra Medical Center value:

• Compassion
• Empathy
• Teamwork
• Quality
• Ethics
• Respect
• Service Excellence
• Innovation

Job summary: Under the supervision of Surgical Services in conjunction with anesthesia providers and orders, the Respiratory Therapy Supervisor is responsible for providing Respiratory care services in accordance with specific physician's orders, department policies and procedures, and quality and performance improvement and is responsible for supervising the respiratory therapy functions of the facility in conjunction with and in the absence of the critical care director.

Job Duties:

• Works with Manager of Surgical Services, Director of Critical Care and Hospital Administration on planning, organizing and directing Respiratory Therapy Services operations and ensuring compliance with all local, state and federal regulations
• Makes rounds in department and clinical areas to judge effectiveness of operation, utilization of personnel and supplies, and general ethical and professional atmosphere
• Secures and maintains the department, equipment and supplies which are required to carry out effective patient care and create an optimum physical environment
• Carries on continuous analysis, evaluation and audit of Respiratory Therapy Services

Benefits for full and part time employees:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive compensation & generous paid time off
• Excellent medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Tuition reimbursement/repayment program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries!

If you would like to learn more about the position before applying, please contact Jenn Samudio, Recruiter @ View email address on click.appcast.io.

About Universal Health Services: One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance.

Qualifications:

• Current State Respiratory Therapist Licensure. RRT Licensure required or CRT, RRT eligible with 15+ years of experience.
• BLS, ACLS certification.
• PALS, NRP, Blood Gas Technologist certification within 90 days.
• 2 years supervisory experience preferred.

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