Respiratory Care Manager

Closing Date:

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.

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Required:

• Bachelor of Science Degree, Three (3) years of experience in the field of Respiratory Care.
• Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license; Must be a current Arkansas Licensed Respiratory Therapy Practitioner (LRCP)
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Care
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• Adult Critical Care Specialty in Respiratory Care
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), ACCS

Employees in this role must be fitted for, capable of donning and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment to include N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR) or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR).

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates effective analytical abilities to identify department needs that require intervention and/or revision.

• Serves as a liaison with Director and Administration, exchanging information and identifying problems or needs related to clinical activity.

• Maintains awareness of departmental status and potential problems by functioning as a working supervisor.

• Participates as a team member, supporting clinical and administrative peers in the performance of their duties.

• Communicates accurately, clearly, and concisely, both verbally and in writing.

• Participates in regular monthly staff meetings to promote communication and conduct problem solving/planning.

• Promotes positive interaction with the medical staff. Investigates physician inquires and provides responses.

• Provides Resident and Medical Student orientation and guidance as appropriate.

• Demonstrates an ability to create an atmosphere and conditions which foster motivation of employees to work at optimal efficiency.

• Interacts with, and assists, the public in a professional and friendly manner as needed.

• Other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Required Documents to Apply:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edufor any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.