The Chief of Respiratory Care Services is dedicated to advancing the mission of VA by delivering compassionate, high-quality respiratory care that meets the unique needs of Veterans served by Hines VA. This role encompasses oversight of all clinical, technical, and administrative functions within the Respiratory Care Department, including Pulmonary Function Testing, Blood Gas Laboratory, Respiratory Care Therapy, Sleep Center operations, and the Equipment Issuance Clinic.
Develops strategic initiatives to enhance service quality, maintain regulatory compliance, and promote patient safety and satisfaction. Establishes and evaluates performance standards; implements evidence-based practices; and drives continuous improvement efforts to achieve operational excellence. Collaborates extensively with multidisciplinary teams-physicians, nurses, ancillary staff, and administrative leaders.
Ensures the integration of respiratory care into the holistic treatment plans and supporting positive patient outcomes. Serves as a trusted subject-matter expert on respiratory care modalities, providing consultation, guidance, and education throughout the hospital. Responsible for staff recruitment, training, professional development, and performance management, fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and clinical competence.
Champions innovation in respiratory technology and therapy, overseeing the selection, maintenance, and utilization of specialized equipment for both acute and chronic patient needs. Ensures stewardship of resources, budgetary oversight, and regulatory adherence (including privacy of PHI, PII, and VA sensitive data). Ensures the department operates efficiently, safely, and in full compliance with VA standards and accreditation requirements.
Leads quality assurance programs, participates in hospital committees, and plays a vital role in preparing the department for Joint Commission reviews and other external audits. Any clinical duties aligned with the position. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (7:30am - 4:00pm). Telework: Not Available. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 10357F. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized.
IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/.
If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
Torenzo.Davis@va.gov · 708-202-3861
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $140604 – $182790/yr.
Applications close on 2026-09-28.
This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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