Respiratory Therapist Supervisor
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Job Description
Your job is more than a job.
The Supervisor of Respiratory is responsible for organizing, directing, supervising the daily activities (clinical and support) and personnel of the department to provide diagnostic and therapeutic services to patients requiring respiratory care. Solves minor and immediate problems regarding therapy administration.
Work with physicians and nurses to coordinate respiratory patient care. Liaisons with cross functional team members to ensure quality, timely and efficient care is provided to patients of any age.
Experience Qualifications
3 years of Respiratory Therapist experience.
Licenses and Certifications
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider - American Heart Association
- Licensed Respiratory Therapist - Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners (LSBME)
- Registered Respiratory Therapist -National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support - American Heart Association is required for all Adult Acute Care Facilities.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association is required for all Pediatric Facilities
Registered Respiratory Therapist -National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
Work Shift
- Variable Hours (United States of America)
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Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary
About East Jefferson General Hospital
East Jefferson General Hospital, a landmark of LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, has been the go-to hospital for health, wellness, and one-of-a-kind care in East Jefferson Parish for over 50 years. And we’re only beginning to realize our greatest potential. Learn more about East Jefferson General Hospital and our legacy, our future, and our national recognition as a Nurse Magnet Hospital.
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- Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other.
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Key Responsibilities
The supervisor is responsible for directing the daily clinical and support activities of the respiratory department to ensure high-quality patient care. They coordinate with physicians and nurses while managing personnel and resolving immediate operational issues.
Requirements
Candidates must have at least 3 years of respiratory therapist experience and hold active licenses including LSBME and NBRC registration. Required certifications include Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Respiratory Therapy Career Context
Of the 50 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 58% have no call, 50% require no weekends.
Respiratory Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Louisiana is 88.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.8% of Louisiana clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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