Respiratory Care Manager

Job Title: Respiratory Care Manager
Location: Tulsa, OK 74136
Duration: Direct Hire / Permanent
Shift/Schedule: Monday Friday, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM (Some flexibility required)

Incentives:

• Sign-on Bonus: Not specified

• Relocation Assistance: Not specified

• Administer, plan, and direct all activities of the Respiratory Care Department

• Establish and enforce departmental policies, procedures, safety standards, and treatment protocols

• Coordinate and manage human resources to ensure compliance with regulatory and hospital standards

• Supervise, evaluate, coach, and counsel staff (direct supervision of approximately 140 employees)

• Ensure staff competence, state licensure compliance, and adherence to regulatory agency requirements

• Prepare, monitor, and manage the annual departmental budget; analyze monthly expenses and report variances

• Evaluate and approve supply and equipment requests based on efficacy and cost

• Oversee staff assignments based on expertise and patient care needs

• Implement and monitor therapist-driven protocols

• Ensure quality monitoring, patient safety, and appropriateness of respiratory care services

• Oversee adult and pediatric respiratory programs, including ICU, general respiratory, and COPD programs

• Facilitate staff meetings (minimum monthly), education programs, and continuing education

• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, leadership, and other departments to improve patient care

• Participate in hospital committees and interdisciplinary initiatives

• Conduct performance evaluations and support professional development

Experience & Skills:

• 34 years of related respiratory care leadership or advanced clinical experience

• Adult ICU respiratory care experience (required)

• In-depth knowledge of respiratory disease management, treatment modalities, and technology

• Strong people management and leadership skills

• Advanced computer skills for electronic documentation and data analysis

• Ability to analyze clinical and financial data

• Strong organizational and prioritization skills

Education:

• Completion of an AMA-approved Respiratory Care program (required)

• Bachelors Degree in Science or Business (preferred)

Certifications & Licensure:

• Valid Oklahoma Respiratory Care License (required)

• RRT Registered Respiratory Therapist (required)

• BLS Basic Life Support (must obtain within 2 months of hire)

• Pediatric ICU respiratory care experience

• Experience managing both adult and pediatric respiratory programs

• Experience overseeing large teams and multi-campus operations