Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

GENERAL SUMMARY AND PURPOSE:

Participates in all aspects of performance management for the Respiratory Care Department, which includes recruiting, retention, hiring, firing, and salary recommendations of department staff. Ensures the provision of education and competency of department staff meets facility and regulatory standards. Facilitates regional operational programs and standardization of proceduresas assigned by Regional Director within the Respiratory Care Departments for Boise, Nampa, Ontario and Baker City in conjunction with each site RT Supervisors, each reporting to the Regional Director of Critical Care and Emergency Services. Expected to spend approximately 70 percent of scheduled time performing management functions and 30 percent of time performing patient care functions. Ensures standardization of clinical and financial practices and procedures across the Saint Alphonsus Health System.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

1. Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Program and Registered as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).

2. Must maintain license to practice respiratory care in Idaho.

3. Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy required. 6 years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

4. Minimum of five years of experience as a respiratory care therapist and minimum of 2 years in a supervisory role required.

5. Significant working knowledge or practical experience in all clinical areas of respiratory care.

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Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.