Supervisor, Respiratory Therapy

Job Title: Supervisor

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: Respiratory Care

Req #: 0000231233

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $47.93 – $58.76 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate’s educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

Supervises and directs daily department business and clinical operations of the department and provides therapeutic, supportive, and diagnostic respiratory services and care to all RWJBH patients.

Qualifications:

Required:

• A.A.S. degree in Respiratory Care (or equivalent) BS/BA preferred.
• Graduate of a National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) School for Respiratory care
• Knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care as described in the scope of services for Respiratory Care Practitioner
• Computer skill EPIC EMR

Preferred:

• Minimum of two years supervisory experience required 5 years preferred.

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Registered (RRT) as defined by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• Active New Jersey State License to practice Respiratory Therapy
• BLS, ACLS, PALS certification required (American Heart Association)

Essential Functions:

• Performs all duties and responsibilities of the CRT or RRT as appropriate.
• Exercises supervisory authority and independent judgment in directing employee labor.
• Makes recommendations regarding the ongoing performance evaluation of supervised staff and resulting actions (i.e. reward, discipline, discharge, etc)
• Assists Director and/or Manager/ Co-ordinator with various PI projects
• Oversees all aspects of Blood Gas Lab
• Assists with creation and implementation of accurate department policies and procedures.
• Oversees all aspects of the department and functions in the absence of the Director, Manager or Co Ordinator.
• Provides on-call coverage for Respiratory.
• Responds to Trauma, Medical Emergency, and RRT and performs CPR as required
• Provides appropriate in-service to patients, family, physicians, nurses and clinical employee as required
• Maintains the department in orderly and clean condition
• Complete all mandatory Competencies within specified timeframe.
• Complete all Net Learning online training within specified timeframe.
• Attend external and internal educational programs as part of continuing education.
• Assures appropriateness for continuation of discontinuation of therapy.
• Supervise personnel in all aspects of daily patient care to ensure quality service.
• Coordinate department staffing and daily patient assignments.
• Provide consistent role-modeling and direction in the workplace.
• Demonstrate cultural competency and the ability to maintain a diverse workforce.
• Interacts tactfully, constructively and diplomatically with others and resolves conflicts effectively.
• Identify areas for improvement. Assist the Director /Assistant Director in formulating plans and obtain results.
• Perform performance improvement activities such as chart reviews and patient audits.
• Assist with department assignments and/or projects to accomplish goals
• Provides praise for performance and behaviors.
• Provides in-servicing, policy & procedure guideline development, department PI activities and information as requested by the Director.
• Maintain knowledge and consistency in interpretation and implementation of Department, Hospital, Administrative and Human Resource policies and procedures
• Performs all other duties as assigned

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.