Respiratory Therapy Manager, NICU

About the Organization

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Job Summary

The Respiratory Therapy Manager for the NICU oversees neonatal respiratory care services within the inpatient setting. This role ensures high-quality patient care for critically ill neonates, regulatory compliance, and staff development specific to neonatal intensive care.

Essential Functions

• Leads a team of neonatal respiratory therapists, providing guidance, mentorship, and supervision—including recruiting, training, scheduling, and evaluating staff performance to ensure optimal patient care.
• Oversees the day-to-day operations of the respiratory therapy department—including establishing and maintaining departmental policies and procedures.
• Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to coordinate and optimize patient care plans.
• Manages respiratory therapy equipment, supplies and inventory within the department.
• Promotes professional development among respiratory therapy staff by organizing and facilitating educational programs, workshops, and training sessions.
• Assesses and evaluates the performance of the respiratory therapy department, monitoring key performance indicators.
• Works closely with regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with standards and regulations related to respiratory therapy services and point of care testing for Blood Gas Analysis.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field of study required
• Master's Degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field of study preferred
• Experience in lieu of a degree is not accepted

Licenses and Credentials

• Basic Life Support BLS Certification required
• Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT - The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) preferred
• Respiratory Therapist Massachusetts required
• Massachusetts Board of Respiratory Care preferred
• Respiratory Care Practitioner State License required
• NPS Neonatal/Pediatric Respiratory Care Specialty (cert) preferred

Experience

• 3–5 years of experience working as a respiratory therapist required
• 1–2 years of experience in a supervisory or management role required
• 2–3 years of NICU experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the respiratory system in the neonate.
• Knowledge of respiratory therapy techniques and equipment applicable to the NICU.
• Proficiency in performing basic and specialized respiratory care interventions applicable to the NICU and delivery room.
• Ability to perform patient assessments and monitor patient progress.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot equipment and patient issues.
• Ability to adapt in changing situations and respond appropriately in emergency situations.

Physical Requirements

• Standing: Frequently (34–66%)
• Walking: Frequently (34–66%)
• Sitting: Occasionally (3–33%)
• Lifting: Frequently (34–66%), 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying: Frequently (34–66%), 20lbs–35lbs
• Pushing: Occasionally (3–33%)
• Pulling: Occasionally (3–33%)
• Climbing: Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing: Frequently (34–66%)
• Stooping: Occasionally (3–33%)
• Kneeling: Occasionally (3–33%)
• Crouching: Occasionally (3–33%)
• Crawling: Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching: Frequently (34–66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling): Frequently (34–66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering): Frequently (34–66%)
• Feeling: Constantly (67–100%)
• Foot Use: Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision—Far: Constantly (67–100%)
• Vision—Near: Constantly (67–100%)
• Talking: Constantly (67–100%)
• Hearing: Constantly (67–100%)

Job Details

• Remote Type: Onsite
• Work Location: 15 Francis Street
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Employee Type: Regular
• Work Shift: Day (United States of America)
• Pay Range: $118,435.20–$172,234.40/Annual
• Grade: 8

Compensation and Benefits

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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