Director of Primary Life Services

Fort Wayne

,

IN

Allied Health
RESPIRATORY THERAPY
Day
169165
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Job Overview

As the Director of Primary Life Services, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality care for our patients.

How We Invest in You:

  • Your Wellbeing: Premium medical, dental, and vision plans because your health comes first.
  • Your Future: A 401(k) plan with company matching to help you build a secure tomorrow.
  • Your Impact: A compensation structure designed to celebrate and reward the value you bring to our team.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the administrative direction of the Chief Operating Officer or Assistant Chief Executive Officer, manages/leads all aspects of the departments under the primary life services umbrella: Respiratory Therapy, Sleep Lab, EEG, EKG, Cardiac Rehabilitation and Pastoral Care. Ensures compliance with regulatory agencies impacting the departments within primary life services and carries out organizational goals/objectives to support the overall mission of Lutheran Hospital.

MINIMAL ACCEPTABLE JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Licensure:

Graduate of a CoArc (Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) approved therapist program.

Registration/Certification:

Current registration by the National Board for Respiratory Care (RRT) within state of Indiana in area of specialty with current licensure.

Education:

Associates Degree in an operational or health care management field (minimal requirement).

Bachelor’s Degree in an operational or health care related field (preferred).

Experience:

At least five years of progressively more responsible leadership experience in a hospital/healthcare setting. Training or experience in project management.

JOB KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

1. Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of the delivery, technique and study methodologies of respiratory care and related diagnostic areas.

2. Requires strong working knowledge of the normal growth, development, related behaviors, needs, comfort, and range of treatment appropriate to the age (including neonate, child, adolescent, aging adult) and diagnosis of patient served to support the provision of an individualized multidisciplinary plan of care.

3. Demonstrates knowledge of management theory and practice to effectively lead staff.

4. Requires in-depth analytical and organizational skills in order to lead and coordinate primary life service areas, effectively develop staff, develop and monitor budget, short and long range planning and solve complex technical and human resource problems to ensure optimal development and maintenance of organizational goals.

5. Demonstrates a high level of interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, in order to relate effectively with all internal and external customers, as needed.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.

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The Hiring Process

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1. Apply

Explore our open roles across our 59 hospitals and 800+ sites of care to find the perfect match for your skills, experience, and career goals.

2. Submit

Complete our straightforward online application by submitting your resume, contact information, and any required certifications or licensure details.

3. Review

Our Talent Acquisition team will carefully review your application and qualifications to ensure a strong fit with both the role and our core values.

4. Interview

If your profile is a match, we will invite you to connect with our recruiters or hiring managers. This is a chance for us to learn more about your experience and for you to learn more about our team culture.

5. Offer

Successful candidates will be extended a formal employment offer detailing your competitive compensation and comprehensive Total Rewards package.

6. Onboarding

Once you’ve accepted the offer letter and passed time-sensitive pre-employment screenings and verifications—including drug and background checks—your start date will be confirmed and you’ll be part of our CHS family!

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