Respiratory Care Manager plans and implements the overall respiratory care policies, procedures, and services. Ensures efficient and effective departmental operations. Being a Respiratory Care Manager directs the activities of the respiratory therapy section. Supervises technical staff and students. Additionally, Respiratory Care Manager prepares departmental budgets and reports. Evaluates new equipment and procedures. Typically requires RRT registration. May require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Respiratory Care Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Extensive knowledge of department processes. To be a Respiratory Care Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 to 3 years supervisory experience may be required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The Respiratory Care Intern (RCI) provides competency-based age specific care to patients of all ages; neonates to geriatric according to physician orders and organization protocols under the supervision of a licensed respiratory therapist preceptor. This respiratory care includes education, routine procedures, emergency, critical, and other duties/locations as assigned.
New graduate Respiratory Therapist that have passed the registry exam and are pending licensure.