Pediatric Respiratory Therapy NICU Supervisor

Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: Killeen
Posted on: May 15, 2022

Job Description:

Baylor Scott & White Health - Respiratory Therapy Supervisor McLane Children's Hospital PEDS/NICU Join a winning team of Registered Respiratory Therapist professionals Our diverse culture of learning and growth has opportunities for new graduates and experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist across Central and North Texas. Baylor Scott & White has been certified as a ---Great Place To Work---, and is the largest not for-profit health care system in Texas. Locations include: Temple, Waco, Round Rock, Lakeway, Cedar Park, Pflugerville, Taylor, Buda and Marble Falls, Texas Schedule: FT/PT/PRN The Supervisor Respiratory Therapy plans, organizes and supervises the activities of the Respiratory staff to ensure the quality care of the patients. Assist in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE Provides day-to-day supervision to the respiratory staff to ensure quality patient care is being delivered Maintains responsibility for optimal staffing levels Participates in behavioral interviews, annual evaluations and disciplinary process of employees Assists in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures Responsible for optimal utilization of supplies and equipment. Ensures repair and servicing of departmental equipment by biomedical services. Coordinates and ensures rental equipment usage is appropriate Assists in meeting the educational and developmental needs of the respiratory department and its patients. Participates in the learning experience of new employees and students, serves as a preceptor Serves as a role model for other persons in the department by displaying a positive attitude, encouraging teamwork and promoting positive guest relations Performs patient care in response to workload and staffing shortages Assists in continuous quality improvement activities. Assists in identifying appropriate indicators for department quality improvement programs. Assists Manager or Director in various corrective processes when problems are identified and investigated Will assume the responsibility of operation of the department in the absence of the department Manager/Director. KEY SUCCESS FACTORS Advanced understanding of Respiratory Care modalities, therapies, equipment and medications. Ability to make tactical decisions around the allocation and direction of the work of supervised employees using established guidelines, policies and/or procedures. Ability to make effective hiring and termination recommendations. Ability to train, and evaluate performance of supervised staff. General computer skills, including but not limited to: Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, electronic medical documentation, and email. BENEFITS Our competitive benefits package includes the following Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% Tuition Reimbursement PTO accrual beginning Day 1 Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level DEPAQUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience - CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Basic Life Support (BLS) Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP): Licensed by the State of Texas Medical Board as a Respiratory Care Practitioner. Registered Respiratory Therapi (RRT): Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board Respiratory Care. Facility/Location: McLane Children's Hospital - Temple, Texas Department/Shift/Schedule: Respiratory Therapy Peds/NICU - Day Shift -On Call is required in this position Prefer Candidates with the following experience: 1. Extremely skilled with communicating 2. Clinical and leadership experience 3. High clinical skill in regards to NICU 4. Strong but professional personality

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