Operations Respiratory Manager

Summary

The Operations Manager is responsible for the maintenance and quality of patient care on a continuing basis for the Respiratory Services Department.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

These duties and responsibilities described below represent the general tasks performed on a daily basis; other tasks may be assigned.

• Work closely with the Administrative Director in the development of operational standards, policies, and procedures
• Maintain work schedule on Kronos
• Enforce time and attendance policies and procedures throughout respiratory services
• Enforce hospital and departmental policies regarding uniforms and procedures throughout the Respiratory Services Department
• Have a good working knowledge of insurance coverage, pre-certification requirements, charge master, cost estimates, and collections and denial management in order to provide the necessary support to financial staff
• Investigate, identify, and prepare proposals to solve specific operational problems within all clinical operational areas, working closely with the Director of Clinical Operations
• Plan, organize, and direct all Respiratory Services
• Establish and implement policies and procedures for Respiratory Services
• Review Respiratory Services’ performance and implement changes as needed to improve services and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
• Ensure that all of Respiratory Services operates within the allocated funds
• Evaluate Respiratory Services’ practices, including record keeping, to ensure that high quality of care is provided; generate a report for the Director of Clinical Operations
• Participate in intra and inter-departmental quality teams to improve the quality of services
• Encourage professional development of departmental personnel through in-service training
• Develop & evaluate standards of performance and job descriptions for all departmental staff
• Ensure that adequate staffing levels are maintained at all times
• Ensure that Respiratory Services meets all Federal and State regulations
• Review all departmental policies and procedures
• Consult with Administration and the Medical Staff Committee on policies which need their approval
• Function as a liaison between physicians, therapists and other support staff
• Establish and maintain communications within the Respiratory Services department and other hospital departments as necessary
• Develop relationships with professional affiliations as appropriate
• Maintain Respiratory Services facilities, equipment, and materials in a condition to promote efficiency, health, comfort, and safety of patients and staff
• Work closely with the various departments’ clinical leads to identify and design future needs and efficient workflow processes
• Review feedback from customers and analyze support data to recommend changes as needed
• Assist in interviewing, hiring, orienting, and managing all employees in the Respiratory Services department
• Review the activities of vendors at all phases of installation and during the implementation of new systems
• Prepare reports for Administration regarding all aspects of the Respiratory Services operations as appropriate and directed
• Work effectively with diverse groups of people
• Participates in administrative staff meetings and other staff meetings as requested
• Adhere to all hospital and department policies and procedures
• Attend required hospital-wide orientations, meetings, and in-services
• Demonstrate a commitment to flexible work scheduling when necessary to ensure patient care
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

Reports to: Director, Clinical Operations

Supervises: Respiratory Therapists and Respiratory Therapy Technicians

Responsibilities: Not applicable

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience

Minimum Required Education: Successful completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Preferred Education: Bachelors degree in Respiratory Therapy

Experience: 3 years’ management experience in the Respiratory Services field

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Applicants must be RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) and BLS certified in the Commonwealth of Virginia.