Job Summary 

Management of the operations of Respiratory Care across all Corewell Health West region not limited to all activities associated with: patient care, equipment, staffing, budget preparation, education, patient safety, quality monitoring and regulatory agency compliance. The Director is the department leader with 24-hour accountability in the administration of care provided by the various departments. The director assists with direction of staff and operation; directs or assists with planning and managing of activities; develops or assists with formulation of program goals and objectives; develops or assists in the development of related policy incorporating current research and professionally recognized standards; develops or assists in development and implementation of plans for care; interprets and administers pertinent laws; evaluates staff; prepares or assist in preparation of the operating/expense budget; maintains contact with individuals both within and outside of department who might impact on program activities; makes rounds to determine the quality of care; assures optimal quality of care is provided in a safe environment; develops and / or implements effective ongoing programs to measure, assess and improve quality of care, treatment and services delivered to patients; develops productive work teams; intervenes in crisis situations and investigates all unusual incidents; protects human and civil rights of patients and/or clients and staff; compiles data and prepares periodic reports; leads and participates in meetings; responsible for coordinating and ensuring twenty-four hour coverage for CHW (as deemed appropriate for various departments); performs related duties as assigned. 

Essential Functions 

Plan for sustained operations, future growth, response to change in technology and patient's needs through Professional 

Organize the region to optimize staffing both in efficiency and effectiveness, focusing on customer service and staff recruitment and retention 

Develop and ensure implementation policies and procedures that integrate Process Improvement a non punitive work environment that promotes communication and mentoring of subordinates at all levels 

Implement change as an opportunity for education, growth and compliance with regulatory agencies 

Develop Operational and Capital budgets to support CHW’s mission, vision and management objectives 

Maintains personal competence through seminar attendance, literature review, professional organization membership and networking 

Collaborates with peer groups within departments of oversight, hospital and enterprise. Evaluates, trains and hires staff, and administers disciplinary actions to staff; Focus on staff recruitment and retention. 

 

Qualifications 

Required Bachelor's Degree related field 

3 years of relevant experience Three to five years of clinical experience in related healthcare field Required 

5 years of relevant experience of progressively responsible management experience Required 

LIC-Respiratory Therapist - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required 

CRT-Respiratory Therapist Registry - NBRC National Board for Respiratory Care Upon Hire required 

CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association Upon Hire required Or 

CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross Upon Hire required 

 

Physical Demands 

Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs 

Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs 

Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs 

Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs 

Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs 

Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs 

Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs 

Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs 

Sitting: Frequently 

Standing: Occasionally 

Walking: Occasionally 

Forward Bend - Standing: Seldom 

Forward Bend - Sitting: Occasionally 

Trunk Rotation - Standing: Seldom 

Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Occasionally 

Reach - Above Shoulder: Seldom 

Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Seldom 

Handling: Occasionally 

Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Seldom 

Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Seldom 

Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently 

 

How Corewell Health cares for you

Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.

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Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance

Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Butterworth Hospital - 100 Michigan St - Grand Rapids

Department Name

Respiratory Therapy - Butterworth

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

40

Days Worked

Monday to Friday

Weekend Frequency

Variable weekends

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