Respiratory Therapy Instructor| Full-Time

Shape the Future of Respiratory Care – Become an RT Instructor!

Are you an experienced Respiratory Therapist passionate about sharing your knowledge and shaping the next generation of RTs? Transition your clinical expertise into a rewarding teaching career!

We are seeking a dynamic RT instructor to:

• Educate and inspire students with real-world insights.
• Develop future leaders in respiratory therapy through hands-on training.
• Stay connected to the field by teaching cutting-edge practices.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Implement and evaluate daily lesson plans for students to include scheduled activities and materials for semesters.
• Plan instruction to achieve specific objectives based upon student need and established curriculum.
• Monitor the attendance of students in the program and coordinate with the Associate Director when absences occur two days in a row.  Prepare attendance reports weekly for the office management department.
• Review student success rates and implement a plan to reduce student withdrawals.  Meet with students to encourage them to stay in the program.  Maintain an 80% student success rate for all classes taught in the program.
• Maintain student grades by established policies.  Prepare final grades at the end of each semester to update student records and transcripts.
• Evaluate the performance of students regarding achievements in the curriculum and activities, and make necessary provisions to meet learning needs.
• Arrange and coordinate guest speakers, field trips, and visits to therapy clinics.
• Prepare lectures, labs, and practical demonstrations for students in class and individually.
• Assist and advise students with the Respiratory Therapy program curriculum.
• May assist and coordinate externships for Respiratory Therapy students.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s degree. A baccalaureate degree is preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, or an otherwise recognized training entity (e.g., hospital-based program) in Respiratory Therapy.
• Three (3) years of experience as a hospital/clinical respiratory therapist.
• One (1) year of instructor experience in an accredited respiratory therapy program preferred.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) State license.
• Current respiratory therapy and teaching licenses, certifications, or other designations as required by local, state, or federal laws to work in the field.
• Verbal and written communication skills. 
• Knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint Point and other computer skills.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

 

• Hiring Range - $31.00 to $38.75
• Medical (PPO & 2 HDHP with HSA), Dental & Vision
• 401(k) Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Short & Long-term Disability
• Basic Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holiday Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health & Wellness Program