Respiratory Care Manager

Respiratory Care Manager

Location: Tulsa, OK

Job Summary

The Respiratory Care Manager leads and oversees respiratory care services, ensuring high-quality patient care, regulatory compliance, and efficient departmental operations. This role is responsible for staff leadership, clinical quality, budgeting, education, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and coordinate respiratory care services, including diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Supervise, coach, and evaluate respiratory care staff; ensure timely performance reviews and staff competency.
• Ensure compliance with licensure requirements, regulatory standards, and professional practice guidelines.
• Assign staff based on clinical expertise, patient needs, and operational demands.
• Implement and monitor quality indicators and therapist-driven protocols.
• Promote patient safety and support the adoption of new technologies.
• Prepare, manage, and monitor the departmental budget; analyze expenses and address variances.
• Evaluate equipment and supply requests for clinical effectiveness and cost efficiency.
• Ensure appropriate patient scheduling and resource availability.
• Facilitate staff education, orientation, and ongoing professional development; conduct regular staff meetings.
• Collaborate with physicians, patients, and interdisciplinary teams to support continuity of care.
• Participate in committees and support process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Experience & Skills

• 3–4 years of related respiratory care experience.
• Strong knowledge of respiratory therapy practices, disease management, and technology.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational, communication, and computer skills.

Education

• Graduate of an AMA-approved Respiratory Care program.
• Bachelor’s degree in Science or Business preferred.

Licensure & Certification

• Active Oklahoma Respiratory Care license.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (within two months of hire).

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