ASSOCIATE MANAGER OF RESPIRATORY SERVICES - STROGER HOSPITAL

Cook County Health and Hospitals

$100,062 - $110,466

United States, Illinois, Chicago

1969 Ogden Avenue (Show on map)

Mar 13, 2025

Job Posting : Mar 13, 2025, 9:28:09 PM Closing Date : Mar 28, 2025, 4:59:00 AM Full-time Shift Start Time : 7:00 P.M. Shift End Time : 7:00 A.M.

Collective Bargaining Unit : None Posting Salary : $100,062 - $110,466

Organization : Health and Hospital Systems

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on Cook County Health (CCH) policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at CCH. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

Location: John H. Stroger Hospital

Shift: Nights -7:00 PM - 7:00AM (3 days - rotating weekends)

Job Title

Associate Manager of Respiratory Services

Department

Respiratory Services

This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCH Personnel Rules.

Job Summary

The Associate Manager of Respiratory Therapy manages and oversees the respiratory care services to critically ill patients throughout Cook County Health (CCH). Responsible for training, supervision, evaluation, and discipline of Respiratory Services staff. Interprets and implements respiratory guidelines, hospital and departmental policy. Supports the Manager of Respiratory Services in daily operations. Monitors and ensures service quality, efficiency and effectiveness throughout CCH.

General Administrative Responsibilities

Collective Bargaining

- Review applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements and consult with Labor Relations to generate management proposals
- Participate in collective bargaining negotiations, caucus discussions and working meeting

Discipline

- Document, recommend and effectuate discipline at all levels
- Work closely with labor relations and/or labor counsel to effectuate and enforce applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements
- Initiate, authorize and complete disciplinary action pursuant to CCH system rules, policies, procedures and provision of applicable collective bargaining agreements

Supervision

- Direct and effectuate CCH management policies practices
- Access and proficiently navigate CCH records system to obtain and review information necessary to execute provisions of applicable collective bargaining agreements

Management

- Contribute to the management of CCH staff and CCH's systemic development and success
- Discuss and develop CCH system policy and procedure
- Consistently use independent judgment to identify operational staffing issues and needs and perform the following functions as necessary; hire. transfer, suspend, layoff, recall, promote, discharge, assign, direct or discipline employees pursuant to applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements
- Work with Labor Relations to discern past practice when necessary

Typical Duties

Manages, delegates, monitors, and coordinates work activities in all areas serviced by Respiratory Services.
Completes routine rounds in patient care areas.
Participates in the interview process, selection, and placement of new staff. Determines staffing needs and resolves staff problems.
Monitors and reports quality and quantity of Respiratory Therapy procedures, evaluates and documents effectiveness of therapeutic objectives.
Participates in the evaluation, development, and implementation of policy and procedures related to respiratory care. Orients Respiratory Therapy staff in the application of Respiratory Therapy procedures and policy. Plans, organizes, and directs mandatory training, assuring compliance for all eligible employees under their jurisdiction.
Assures that staff credentials are current and staff is in compliance with CCH personnel policies.
Attends hospital committee meetings and represents the department.
Applies federal regulations, and the science of respiratory care for the provision of patients in a Level 3 hospital.
In collaboration with the Manager of Respiratory Services, oversees quality assurance and other monitoring programs as related to Respiratory Therapy.
Conducts patient care audits to assure standards of care and performance compliance.
Conducts and records staff meetings. Responsible for accurate, timely, and legible maintenance of statistical reports to document patient service information.
Acts as a liaison with medical staff and administration for the department.
Completes special projects as assigned, setting timelines as appropriate.
Leads the Respiratory Services department in the absence of the Manager of Respiratory Services.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Currently registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is required (Must provide proof at time of interview)
Licensed as Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) in the State of Illinois is required (Must provide proof at time of interview)
Three (3) years of experience in a clinical role in Respiratory Care is required
One (1) year of supervisory or lead respiratory therapist experience in an acute setting is required
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required (Must provide proof at time of interview)
Position may require moderate travel for which the employee must have a valid driver's license/insured vehicle or other equivalent means of transportation for work is required
Ability to work on holidays and weekends, as needed is required

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university is preferred (Must provide proof at time of interview)
Five (5) years of experience in a clinical role in Respiratory Care is preferred
Three (3) years of supervisory or lead respiratory therapist experience in an acute care setting is preferred
Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Provider and have current Neonatal Pediatric Specialist (NPS) credentials is preferred

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

Knowledge of respiratory therapy procedures, supplies, and equipment
Knowledge and understanding of Joint Commission standards, Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OHSA), local, state, and federal regulations
Knowledge of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations
Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with all levels of staff and a patient population composed of diverse cultures and age groups
Excellent program development, management and leadership skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Demonstrate attention to detail, accuracy and precision
Demonstrate analytical and organizational, problem-solving, critical thinking and conflict management/resolution skills
Ability to prioritize, plan and organize projects and tasks
Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast paced and stressful environment
Ability to utilize Microsoft Office
Ability to adhere to department policies and standards utilizing best practices incorporating the use of electronic health record (EHR)

VETERAN PREFERENCE

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When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service

To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:

* Meet the minimum qualifications for the position .

* Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, "Are you a Military Veteran?"

* Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list an Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable

A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver's License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.

If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference

VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.

MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.

Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.

*Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.

*CCHHS is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.

COOK COUNTY HEALTH AND HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.