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Manager Respiratory Care

CHI St. Vincent Health Little Rock, Arkansas
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The posted compensation range of $35.12 - $50.92 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID 2025-421419 Employment Type Full Time Department Respiratory Therapy Hours/Pay Period 80 Shift Day Weekly Schedule day Remote No Category Therapy Travel Yes, 50% of the Time Referral Amount n/a
Responsibilities
  • Develop, coordinate, and implement department’s overall plan of operation, including long- and short-range organizational policies, procedures, budgets, staffing, quality patient care, productivity, equipment evaluation/purchases, and cost-effectiveness of all areas.
  • Assist in resolving employee grievances according to established hospital policies.
  • Assess educational needs of departmental employees; provide didactic instruction; consult with staff and supervisors to plan training, educational programs, and skills labs.
  • Act as liaison between department and other departments, the community, physicians, and administration, promoting harmonious relationships.
  • Counsel employees when necessary and perform progressive discipline sessions for repeat offenders.
  • Manages Respiratory Care Services for Morrilton and Sherwood.
  • Compare monthly expense reports and income distribution with projected income/expenses and make appropriate changes to meet annual financial commitment.
  • Assume financial accountability for department; prepare/submit capital, project, operating, and FTE budgets.
  • Review staffing, cost-effectiveness, and productivity by assessing departmental needs based on census, external and internal demands; analyze internal/external trends; plan and develop programs accordingly.
  • Develop data based on professional analysis of national technical standards related to time and complexity of procedures to determine appropriate charge codes.
  • Evaluate services performed; compare with planned budgets/objectives.
  • Analyze monthly income, expense and procedure reports; change appropriately to meet financial commitments


Qualifications

Education:

Associates of Science (required)

5 years experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (preferred)

3 years of supervisory experience (preferred)

License and Certtifications:

Respiratory Care Practioner: AR (RESP-LIC:AR)

Basic Life Support - CPR (AHA CLS)


Overview

As a Manager of Respiratory Care at CHI St Vincent, you’ll join an established team to perform administrative, managerial, and supervisory duties associated with planning, purchasing, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling Respiratory Care Services Department's equipment, policies, and personnel.
The Respiratory Therapy Manager will perform all duties in accordance with the mission and core values of this
institution: Collaboration, Compassion, Justice, Quality and Stewardship. 

Your success in this role comes from a blend of your keen assessment skills and a sense of urgency. You have the ability to remain calm and focused in emergent situations. Your critical thinking skills enhance your care plans as you know what to do as well as the expected outcomes. 

If you’re a passionate RRT ready to join an organization centered in humankindness, apply with CHI St Vincent today! 

About Us: 

CHI St Vincent Infirmary is a 600 bed faith-based, non-profit, acute care facility providing quality health care to patients and communities from all over the State of Arkansas. Our level II trauma center is a regional referral center for cardiology, trauma, behavioral health, cancer care, neurosciences, and other specialties. We have been consistently named by US News & World Report as one of the State’s best hospitals, with high performance in heart care, colorectal surgery, and joint replacement. 

If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us. 

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

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Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.

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