Director Respiratory Therapy

Location:Gulf Coast Medical Center -13681 Doctor's WayFort Myers FL 33912

Department: Respiratory Care

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1/8:00:00 AM to 4:30:00 PM

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$42.09 - $56.83 / hour

We are currently seeking an experienced Director for Respiratory Therapy at Gulf Coast Medical Center.

Lee Health is Southwest Floridas premier community-owned health system, serving Fort Myers, Cape Coral and surrounding communities. At Lee Health we value Education, Respect, Compassion, and Excellence. We treat all of our employees with dignity and respect, and reward them for a job well done. Our state-approved Level II trauma center is the only trauma center between Sarasota and Miami. Here, highly trained trauma specialists use cutting-edge resources and technology to provide expert emergency care for the community.

Must be licensed RRT and hold a Master's Degree or above in a Healthcare Related Field.

• Competitive Pay
• Hiring Incentives (Sign on Bonus / Relocation Reimbursement)
• Room for growth and development in your career
• Supportive Leadership
• Paid Time Off (Uncapped)
• Top Tier Health Coverage with no cost services at Employee Health Clinics
• Education Reimbursement after 90 days
• Up to 5% retirement match
• Supplemental benefits (Pet Insurance/Legal Insurance/Etc)

Accountable for the management of departmental operations of Respiratory Care Services at the specific acute care hospital to which assigned. Responsibilities include financial, strategic development, and staff development and planning. Directs, delegates and facilitates activities of the Respiratory Care staff. Develops, recommends, and implements policies and procedures. Coordinates the management of all areas within Respiratory Care Services and Pulmonary Rehabilitation if present in the facility.

Education:

Masters degree required.

Experience:

Minimum of 5 years clinical experience including 2 years experience in all intensive care/critical care areas.

Minimum of 5 years recent management/supervisory experience required.

License:

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) licensure from the State of FL.

Certifications:

Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.

Other:

Credentialed by the NBRC as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.

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