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1100 E Market St, Louisville, KY 40206, USA
Job Description
Posted Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 4:00 AM
Are you a passionate respiratory care leader who thrives on mentoring teams and improving outcomes for medically complex children and young adults?
Home of the Innocents is seeking a dedicated Manager of Respiratory Therapy to lead our Respiratory Therapy team within the Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center. In this role, you'll provide leadership, clinical oversight, and operational support to ensure safe, compassionate, evidence-based care for residents with complex respiratory needs. If you're a collaborative leader who is committed to excellence and making a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.
A Day in the Life
As the Manager of Respiratory Therapy, you'll oversee the daily operations of the Respiratory Therapy department, providing leadership, staff development, and clinical guidance. You'll collaborate with physicians, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure high-quality respiratory care, regulatory compliance, and positive resident outcomes while supporting a culture of excellence, wellness, empowerment, and compassion.
Schedule: Full-time, exempt position with participation in an on-call rotation, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM. Flexibility is required to support a 24/7 healthcare environment, including occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
How This Position Contributes to Our Mission
Lead Respiratory Therapy operations and clinical services
Supervise, coach, and develop Respiratory Therapists and School Respiratory Therapists
Ensure safe, high-quality respiratory care and regulatory compliance
Collaborate with physicians, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary teams
Support quality improvement, infection prevention, and resident safety initiatives
Manage staffing, scheduling, payroll, and departmental resources
Skills and Qualifications
Bachelors in Respiratory Care or Similar
Current, unencumbered Kentucky Respiratory Therapist license andRegistered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required
Three years of direct care experience in acute care, rehabilitation, LTAC, or long-term care settings
One year of leadership or supervisory experience
Current CPR/BLS certification (provided if needed)
Experience with EHR systems and regulatory compliance
Ability to participate in on-call responsibilities as needed
What You'll Receive as a Valued Member of Home of the Innocents
Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, AD’;D, and Life)
Generous paid time off and holidays
401(k) with employer match
Professional development and continuing education opportunities
Mission-driven culture focused on wellness, compassion, and growth
Who We Are
Home of the Innocents is one of Louisville's longest-serving nonprofit organizations, approaching 150 years of service to children and families. Our mission is simple and clear: to enrich lives with hope, health, and happiness.
We are a trauma-informed organization that prioritizes safety, healing, and meaningful relationships. Our team is committed to creating an environment grounded in Excellence, Wellness, Empowerment, and Compassion.
As we continue expanding our services and campus, including the growth of the Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center, we're investing in the future of care for children, youth, and young adults across Kentucky.
Our Impact
3,976 children and families served in 2025
22-acre campus near downtown Louisville
Second largest Residential Treatment Program in Kentucky
Only dedicated emergency shelter for children in Louisville
10 programs supporting children and families through treatment, shelter, foster care, adoption, behavioral health, and pediatric skilled nursing services
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Worksite address
louisville, KY, 40201, US
Who can apply
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