Description
Direct the educational activities of the Respiratory Therapy Program develop and manage the approved curriculum and design the teaching schedule.
We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for a passionate and experienced professional to join our team as the Respiratory Therapy Program Director!
Why This Role?
Impactful Leadership: Lead and shape the future of our Respiratory Therapy program, making a significant impact on student success and the healthcare community.
Innovative Environment: Work in a dynamic and supportive environment that encourages innovation and continuous improvement.
Professional Growth: Enjoy opportunities for professional development and career advancement within our institution.
Collaborative Team: Join a dedicated team of educators and healthcare professionals committed to excellence in education and patient care.
- Supervise the activities of the respiratory staff. Prepare teaching assignments.
- Determine, establish, and implement respiratory therapy department goals.
- Teach and evaluate conduct according to school policies. Prepare daily lesson plans according to the prescribed syllabus. Administer tests to assess student progress and record results.
- Advise students on conduct according to school policies. Plan department teaching schedules and supervise instruction directly. Maintain organized and up-to-date records.
- Provide counseling to students. Recommend students for admissions, probation, and termination.
- Support the appropriate professional association through participation in seminars and conferences.
- Monitor departmental budget and expenditures. Make appropriate corrections and changes to maintain a profitable program.
- Seek methodologies for student success in the respiratory therapy program.
- Develop and maintain a functional curriculum according to the approved design. Evaluate course content and review new text.
- Collaborate with the administration in designing and implementing the respiratory therapy program.
- Assist in interviewing and recruiting prospective faculty.
- Plan and conduct department staff meetings. Plan and direct annual Advisory Board meeting.
- Maintain all CAHEEP and CoARC records and prepare annual reports. Prepare CoARC self-study as needed.
- Order supplies and maintains equipment as needed.
- Perform the duties of a Respiratory Therapy Instructor.
- The list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Baccalaureate degree from an academic institute accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE).
- Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education, the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, or an otherwise recognized training entity (e.g., hospital-based program) in the specialty field.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) State license.
- Four (4) years of experience as a registered respiratory therapist, of which at least two (2) years must include experience in clinical respiratory care.
- Two (2) years of instructor experience in an accredited respiratory therapy program as an appointed faculty member or a clinical preceptor.
- Must hold a current license, certification, or other designation as required by local, state, or federal laws to work in the respiratory therapy field.
- Verbal and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other computer skills.
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