Regional Director of Respiratory Operations
2 days ago
Lakewood
Job Description A growing skilled nursing organization is seeking an experienced Regional Director of Respiratory Operations to lead and centralize respiratory services across multiple facilities. This is a senior leadership role requiring proven regional oversight experience and a strong understanding of respiratory-related reimbursement and compliance within post-acute care. This position is ideal for a respiratory leader who has already operated at the regional level and can drive consistency, efficiency, and financial performance across a multi-building platform. Responsibilities: * Provide regional oversight of respiratory services across multiple skilled nursing facilities * Centralize respiratory operations, staffing models, and clinical workflows * Standardize documentation, protocols, and respiratory care delivery * Ensure compliance with CMS, state, and federal regulations * Partner with MDS, billing, and finance teams to ensure accurate respiratory-related reimbursement * Monitor utilization, outcomes, and financial performance tied to respiratory services * Support facilities with audits, training, and corrective action plans * Lead program development and ongoing optimization efforts * Travel regularly between facilities within the region Qualifications: * Licensed Respiratory Therapist (RRT required) * Prior regional leadership experience overseeing respiratory services across multiple facilities required * Strong knowledge of respiratory reimbursement, documentation, and compliance in skilled nursing or post-acute care * Experience working with MDS, PDPM, and billing teams * Proven ability to lead multi-site teams and standardize operations * Strong communication, organizational, and executive-level leadership skills * Willingness to travel as required Why This Role: * Senior-level regional leadership opportunity * Ability to shape and lead a centralized respiratory program * High visibility and direct impact on both clinical outcomes and reimbursement * Organization focused on growth, structure, and long-term scalability IND123