NYC Health + Hospitals
Deputy Director of Respiratory Care
NYC Health + Hospitals, New York, New York, us, 10261
About NYC Health + Hospitals
NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue is America’s oldest public hospital, established in 1736. Affiliated with the NYU School of Medicine, the 844-bed hospital is a major referral center for highly complex cases, with its 6,000 employees including highly skilled, interdisciplinary clinical staff. It sees more than 110,000 emergency room visits and 500,000 outpatient visits annually. Bellevue is an academic medical institution of international renown. We have served as an incubator for major innovations in public health, medical science, and medical education. Bellevue is a Level I Trauma Center delivering around-the-clock care in adult, pediatric, psychiatric and pediatric psychiatric emergencies as well as in the nationally-designated categories of cardiology, neurology, toxicology, and neonatology. In addition to providing comprehensive inpatient and outpatient state-of-the-art care Bellevue is a city-wide medical specialty referral source. Bellevue’s clinical centers of excellence include: Emergency Medicine and Trauma Care; Cardiovascular Services; Designated Regional Perinatal Center and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (ICU); Comprehensive Children’s Psychiatric Emergency Program; and Cancer Services.
At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.
Job Description
SUMMARY OF ROLE
The ideal candidate will possess extensive clinical experience in respiratory therapy, exceptional leadership abilities, and a commitment to ensuring the highest standards of patient care. As the Assistant Director of Respiratory, they will report to and update the Director of Respiratory on clinical education, quality assurance, staff training, staff development, and staying abreast of global trends in respiratory therapy. To provide leadership in the absence of the Respiratory Director and to support the clinical bedside patient care needs when required.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Clinical Education:
Develop and implement comprehensive clinical education programs for respiratory therapy staff. Ensure ongoing professional development and training opportunities to enhance the clinical skills of the respiratory therapy team. Collaborate with outside educational institutions (Vendors, AARC, etc.) to foster partnerships that contribute to the continuous improvement of clinical education. Collaborate with internal partners (nurses, physicians, staff development, etc.) to create continuous educational programs to enhance patient care. Create and maintain all RT competency training by acceptable regulatory standards federal, state, and local regulations and Joint Commission standards.
Quality Assurance:
Establish and oversee quality assurance protocols to maintain the highest standards in respiratory therapy services. Conduct regular audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to implement evidence-based practices and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Staff Training and Mentorship:
Design and conduct training programs for respiratory therapy staff, focusing on the latest advancements in the field. Provide mentorship and guidance to staff members to enhance their professional growth and development. Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages continuous learning and improvement.
Global Awareness of Trends in Respiratory Therapy:
Stay informed about the latest trends, advancements, and best practices in respiratory therapy globally to anticipate emerging trends and issues. Evaluate and integrate innovative technologies and methodologies into the respiratory therapy department. Attend conferences, workshops, and other professional development events to maintain a current and comprehensive understanding of the field. Update respiratory therapy job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining a professional network, and participating in professional organizations.
Minimum Qualifications 1. Valid license and current registration to practice as Respiratory Therapist issued by the New York State Education Department (NYSED); and 2. Holds or obtains a valid and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA) within sixty (60) calendar days of appointment to the title; and 3. Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Respiratory Therapy, Public Health or a related discipline; and three (3) years of satisfactory Respiratory Care Department experience in a hospital or health care setting, one (1) year of which must have been in a responsible administrative or managerial capacity; or 4. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, in disciplines, as listed in “3” above; and five (5) years of experience, as indicated in “3” above, one (1) year of which must have been in a responsible administrative or managerial capacity. 5. A satisfactory equivalent of education, training, and experience. However, all candidates must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in disciplines, as described in “3” above, and be licensed and currently registered by the NYSED to practice as a Respiratory Therapist in New York State. How To Apply If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply for Job" button. NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes: Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week Retirement Savings and Pension Plans Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities Multiple employee discounts programs
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Develop and implement comprehensive clinical education programs for respiratory therapy staff. Ensure ongoing professional development and training opportunities to enhance the clinical skills of the respiratory therapy team. Collaborate with outside educational institutions (Vendors, AARC, etc.) to foster partnerships that contribute to the continuous improvement of clinical education. Collaborate with internal partners (nurses, physicians, staff development, etc.) to create continuous educational programs to enhance patient care. Create and maintain all RT competency training by acceptable regulatory standards federal, state, and local regulations and Joint Commission standards.
Quality Assurance:
Establish and oversee quality assurance protocols to maintain the highest standards in respiratory therapy services. Conduct regular audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to implement evidence-based practices and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Staff Training and Mentorship:
Design and conduct training programs for respiratory therapy staff, focusing on the latest advancements in the field. Provide mentorship and guidance to staff members to enhance their professional growth and development. Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages continuous learning and improvement.
Global Awareness of Trends in Respiratory Therapy:
Stay informed about the latest trends, advancements, and best practices in respiratory therapy globally to anticipate emerging trends and issues. Evaluate and integrate innovative technologies and methodologies into the respiratory therapy department. Attend conferences, workshops, and other professional development events to maintain a current and comprehensive understanding of the field. Update respiratory therapy job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining a professional network, and participating in professional organizations.
Minimum Qualifications 1. Valid license and current registration to practice as Respiratory Therapist issued by the New York State Education Department (NYSED); and 2. Holds or obtains a valid and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA) within sixty (60) calendar days of appointment to the title; and 3. Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Respiratory Therapy, Public Health or a related discipline; and three (3) years of satisfactory Respiratory Care Department experience in a hospital or health care setting, one (1) year of which must have been in a responsible administrative or managerial capacity; or 4. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, in disciplines, as listed in “3” above; and five (5) years of experience, as indicated in “3” above, one (1) year of which must have been in a responsible administrative or managerial capacity. 5. A satisfactory equivalent of education, training, and experience. However, all candidates must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in disciplines, as described in “3” above, and be licensed and currently registered by the NYSED to practice as a Respiratory Therapist in New York State. How To Apply If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply for Job" button. NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes: Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week Retirement Savings and Pension Plans Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities Multiple employee discounts programs
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