Join Our Team at UPMC Altoona as a Supervisor in the Respiratory Department! Are you a dedicated and experienced Respiratory Therapist looking to take the next step in your career? UPMC Altoona is seeking a passionate and skilled individual to lead our Respiratory Department. This full-time, day shift position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care and departmental operations. Why You'll Love Working With Us: + Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a team of healthcare professionals who are committed to excellence. + Professional Growth: Take on a leadership role and develop your skills with ongoing educational opportunities. + Impactful Work: Ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care and contribute to the overall success of the department. + Supportive Leadership: Assist the Director with department management and provide a direct line of communication between healthcare practitioners and Respiratory Care Services. Key Responsibilities: + Quality Patient Care: Assure the delivery of top-notch care by all Respiratory Care staff. + Educational Resource: Serve as a knowledgeable resource for all healthcare practitioners. + Leadership: Perform duties of a Senior Respiratory Therapist, RRT, and act as a role model. + Resource Management: Optimize the use of all available resources effectively. + Regulatory Compliance: Assist in implementing activities required by regulatory agencies. + Training & Development: Oversee department orientation, educational/in-service, and competency programs. + Safety: Ensure a safe and appropriate work environment. + Reporting: Prepare and provide various reports as needed. + Clinical Operations: Supervise daily clinical operations within the Respiratory Care department. + Performance Management: Complete performance appraisals, assist with staffing decisions, and implement personnel actions. + Policy Compliance: Ensure adherence to hospital and departmental policies. + Utilization: Promote effective utilization of Respiratory Care through assessment, evaluation, protocols, and consults. + Communication: Facilitate communication between healthcare practitioners and Respiratory Care Services. + Equipment Management: Coordinate the evaluation of products and equipment, and provide input on departmental equipment selection. + Inventory Management: Manage and maintain supply inventory. Ready to Make a Difference? If you're ready to take on a leadership role and contribute to the success of our Respiratory Department, we encourage you to apply today! Join UPMC Altoona and be part of a team that values excellence, collaboration, and professional growth. + Graduate of a Co ARC (Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) approved Respiratory program required. + Associate's degree is required; Bachelor's degree is preferred. + 4 years of total respiratory care experience with a minimum of 3 years in critical care is required. + Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license in practicing state required + Basic Life Support or Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation required + Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required + Respiratory therapists who receive their RRT credential from the NBRC after July 1, 2002 are required to maintain certification under the NBRC guidelines **Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:** CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire + Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) + Osteopathic Respiratory Care OR Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCP) + Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) + Act 33 with renewal + Act 34 with renewal + Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal **UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**