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.