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Description

7a- 3:30p / Full Time / 40 Hours

The Respiratory Supervisor assumes an active leadership role under the direction of the department director, assistant director, and manager, in the development of Respiratory Care Services. Participates in departmental budget by continually monitoring and adjusting staffing to meet workload requirements; generates and analyzes productivity workload reports to justify staffing adjustments.

The Respiratory Supervisor ensures that all staff are competency verified and supports the delivery of high-quality care. Demonstrates mastery in the knowledge and skills of their specialized designated area of practices. Works collaboratively as a member of the department leadership team, taking a proactive role to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the department. Maintains knowledge and competency skills that are appropriate to the assigned patient demographics (i.e., neonates, infants, pediatric patients, adults). Manages workflow and appropriate staffing levels through scheduling, delegation, supervision, and resource management.

• Communicates effectively with staff, nurses, physicians, and members of the interdisciplinary team. Functions as a competent Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide advanced respiratory care to patients of all ages. Develops a professional working relationship and promotes teamwork among members of the interdisciplinary team.

• Advances evidence-based practice, leads department and service area initiatives, and mentors others to grow professionally. Ensures operating efficiencies and the provision of quality services for internal and external stakeholders.

• Proactively maintains a safe environment for patients and staff. Identifies patient care issues, acts towards a resolution, service recovery, and communicates with the service leaders as appropriate.

• Responsible for supporting departmental and services area quality Improvement activities. Participates as a super user for annual skill sessions and ongoing staff education. Assists with hospital wide respiratory research initiatives.

• Demonstrates proficiency in technology to promote communication, safety concerns, and documentation of care (EPIC, BCMA, email, websites, patient database). Develops and implements action plans to achieve departmental goals that align with department senior leadership and EHC's vision.

• Advances evidence-based practice, leads department and service area initiatives, and mentors others to grow professionally. Assists in annual education competency planning in addition to the revision and development of policies & procedures. Assists in the education of other health care providers beyond departmental education.

• Serves as a lead RCP champion over a project and assists leadership team. Seeks involvement with interdisciplinary collaborative committees. Role model of the Emory Behavioral Standards - Role model of the Emory Service Culture Guidelines. Provides Patient and Family Centered Care.

• Completes employee performance evaluations in a timely manner. Counsels, coaches and issues progressive disciplinary actions as warranted in collaboration with departmental leadership. Exemplifies professionalism and serves as a role model for staff.

• Demonstrates motivation, discipline, and accountability. Regularly attends meetings and in-services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Care or related science required.

• 5 years or greater with at least two years in a charge or supervisory role in a respiratory care department.

• Currently licensed as an active Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of Georgia.

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential by the National Board of Respiratory Care. Active membership in American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC) BLS & ACLS

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's in Respiratory Care or related science preferred.

• ACCS for Adult Critical Care, NRP for Neonatal Critical Care, AE-C & CPFT/RPFT certification highly preferred depending on the supervisor's clinical specialty.

JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org . Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock , Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation , Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

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Division The Emory Clinic

Campus Location Atlanta, GA, 30322

Campus Location US-GA-Atlanta

Department TEC IM Pulm Gen TEC HBC

Job Type Regular Full-Time

Job Number 145194

Job Category Therapy

Schedule 7a-3:30p

Standard Hours 40 Hours

Hourly Minimum USD $39.75/Hr.

Hourly Midpoint USD $55.19/Hr.

Emory Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices and decisions. Emory Healthcare prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age (40 and over), disability, citizenship, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.