Health Care Services Supervisor/Assistant Manager Downtown (Respiratory Therapy Supervisor)

Respiratory Case is seeking a full-time Supervisor to work at the Downtown Campus. This position will be responsible for supervising the implementation of respiratory care in the patient care units.

Responsibilities include:

• Hire or assist in hiring staff.

• Develop and manage the performance of staff.

• Ensure staff are compliant with policies, procedures, and regulations.

• Provide feedback and supports HR initiatives in a positive manner.

• Directs and monitors activities of senior respiratory therapists in assigned areas of responsibility.

• Provide educational/orientation for respiratory care staff and other healthcare providers.

• Collect and analyze financial and productivity data.

• Utilize data to assist in budget development and preparation, resource allocations and cost containment strategies.

• Manage shift/unit to meet budget goals.

• Ensure standards of care, regulatory compliance, QA and safety regulations are followed.

• Engage staff in meeting plan goals.

• Supervise care delivery: may provide some patient care.

• Consults with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers in the development and implementation of respiratory care.

• Contribute to and lead activities relating to strategic planning and implementation for unit.

• Communicate with physicians, staff, and other units/departments on a regular basis to promote effective and efficient operations within the department.

• Communicate with patients, families, and staff to address and resolve issues.

• Provide evaluative feedback to students, staff, and residents.

Pay Level: 5A

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Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Care or health-related science or an equivalent combination of related education and experience is required.

• Possess a current State of Iowa Respiratory Care Practitioner license.

• Considerable (3-5 years) experience in Respiratory Care in a tertiary setting is required.

• Registration by the National Board of Respiratory Care as well as possess and maintain active membership in the National Board for Respiratory Care.

• Possess a current CPR certification card.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Desired Qualifications:

• At least 2-4 years of recent senior/supervisory experience in a large academic teaching hospital.

• Experience in developing/maintaining a staff competency program in an academic teaching hospital.

• Demonstrates proficiency in leadership skills such as: mentoring and counseling staff, writing and delivering performance reviews, developing and directing staff meetings.

Application Process:

To be considered all applicants must submit a cover letter and resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the required and desired qualifications. Job Openings are posted for a minimum of 14 days. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and education verification. Please contact emilio-villagrana@uiowa.edu with any questions.

Additional Information

• Classification Title: HC Svcs Supv/ Assistant Mgr

• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific

• Schedule: Full-time

Compensation

• Pay Level: 5A
• Starting Salary Minimum: 53,192.00
• Starting Salary Maximum: 115,148.00

Contact Information

• Organization: Healthcare

• Contact Name: Emilio Villagrana

• Contact Email: emilio-villagrana@uiowa.edu