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Director-Cardiopulmonary/Neurodiag

Gallatin, Tennessee

Req ID 7457-12409 Post Date Mar. 13, 2025 CategoryManagement and Supervisors FacilityHighpoint Health – Sumner
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Directs the activities and resources for Respiratory, Polysomnography, Cardiographics and Cardio Rehab departments to achieve departmental and organizational objectives.

Reports to: Assistant Administrator

Develops and implements departmental goals, plans, and standards consistent with the clinical,
administrative, legal, and ethical requirements/objectives of the organization.
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Directs and evaluates departmental operations, including patient care delivery, information technologies, service level determination, and complaint management, to achieve performance and quality control objectives.
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Plans and monitors staffing activities, including hiring, orienting, evaluating, disciplinary actions, and continuing education initiatives.
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Prepares, monitors, and evaluates departmental budgets, and ensures that the department operates in compliance with allocated funding. Coordinates and directs internal/external audits.
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Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth.
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Integrates evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols.
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Performs direct patient care duties within scope of licensure, if necessary

Minimum Education
Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy - Required
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Minimum Education
Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy - Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Healthcare Administration/Management or related field - Required, if Respiratory Therapy degree is Associate's level
Candidates holding a Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy are considered with agreement to complete Bachelors degree within agreed upon time-frame.
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Minimum Education
Master's degree in Business or Healthcare Administration/Management - Preferred
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Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
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Required Skills
BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) - Required within 30 days of hire, if not current upon hire.
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Required Skills
Licenses: State of Tennessee Registered Respiratory Therapist license with ABG endorsement - Required
State of Tennessee Certified Respiratory Therapist license with ABG endorsement - Considered with agreement to obtain Registered Respiratory Therapist license within 1 year of start date in position
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Minimum Work Experience
Minimum 5 years clinical experience as Respiratory Therapist - Required
Minimum 2 years Management/Leadership experience - Required

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