Tri-City Medical Center has served San Diego County’s coastal communities of Carlsbad, Oceanside and Vista, as well as the surrounding region for more than 60 years and is one of the largest employers in North San Diego County. Tri-City is administered by the Tri-City Healthcare District, a California Hospital District. As a full-service acute care public hospital with over 500 physicians practicing in over 60 specialties, Tri-City is vital to the well-being of our community and serves as a healthcare safety net for many of our citizens. The hospital has received a Gold Seal of Approval® from the Joint Commission showcasing a commitment to safe and effective patient care for the residents of the community. 

Tri-City Medical Center prides itself on being the home to leading orthopedic, spine and cardiovascular health services while also specializing in world-class robotic surgery, cancer and emergency care. Tri-City’s Emergency Department is there for your loved ones in their time of need and is highly regarded for our heart attack and stroke treatment programs. When minutes matter Tri-City is your source for quality compassionate care close to home. Tri-City partners with over 90 local non-profit and community organizations as part of our COASTAL Commitment initiative. Together we are helping tackle some of our communities’ pressing health and social needs.

Position Summary:

The Respiratory Services Operations Manager holds 24-hour accountability for the operational flow, efficiency and effectiveness of assigned services within the Respiratory Services Department.  This individual communicates and facilitates the Director’s goals regarding program development, quality, financial, and human resource development. The Operations Manager serves as a professional role model, leader, mentor, technical and clinical resource for reporting staff and other members of the health team. This individual supports the mission, values, and strategic plan of the Medical Center.

Major Position Responsibilities:

The position characteristics reflect the most important duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential functions of the job in a fully competent manner. They should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. The characteristics of the position and standards of performance may be changed by TCMC with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

• Operational management of the Respiratory Services department 
• Recruitment and retention of respiratory care staff
• Supervision of licensed and unlicensed respiratory care staff
• Assist Director in budgetary operations of the department

Safety and Infection Control Responsibilities:

• Responsible to maintain a safe and clean work environment, including unit based specific safety and infection control requirements.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years progressive leadership or supervisory/management experience required.
• Must have effective communication and organizational skills along with computer proficiency using, word processing and database programs

Education:

• Bachelors Degree required or obtained within 6 months from date of hire or transfer.

Licenses:

• Current California Respiratory Care Practitioner Licensure, required. 

Certification:

• Current BLS certification, required upon hire; American Heart Association Healthcare Provider.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), required.

Each new hire candidate who is offered employment must pass a physical evaluation, urine drug screen and pre-employment background checks before starting work. 

*Salary/Hourly wage range for this position is posted.  Actual pay will be determined based on verified experience as well as internal equity.

TCHD is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression), age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.