Respiratory Therapy Program Director

• Maintain required programmatic approval and program accreditations
• Develop and implement long-range plans, goals, and policies
• Schedule course offerings and coordinate teaching assignments
• Coordinate program budget requests and coordinate execution of approved budget
• Manage program facilities and equipment, including maintenance and control of inventory
• Develop and update a mechanism for collecting data that aid in the assessment of program outcomes
• Provide classroom instruction in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, college policies, and/or other legal requirements
• Host a program advisory committee meeting twice during the academic year and maintain accurate minutes of the proceedings
• Maintain performance standards and pursue goals, objectives, and activities that promote the mission and values of the College
• Maintain current knowledge of program rules and regulations and communicate changes to faculty and staff
• Teach assign courses
• Act as facilitator of learning and a manager of information for the students
• Participate in efforts to consistently improve the level of student success
• Facilitate critical thinking in preparation for and throughout clinical experiences
• Flexibility with teaching schedule in relation to revisions/changes/unusual circumstances within the program curriculum
• Be adaptable to schedule/load adjustments based upon enrollment and accountable for a forty-hour workweek, including instructional responsibilities, planning, meetings, etc
• Participate in committee work either as working members or as chairs
• Provide students with formative and summative reports of their academic progress and the opportunity for private consultation, conferences, and academic advising
• Work in conjunction with the program director on curriculum development and/or revision
• Clinical education is to be formally designed and coordinated with the didactic curriculum
• Cooperate with the program director in program reviews, program policies and new program options
• Coordinate the development and refinement of CPCS course materials including course syllabi and lab modules that reflect current practice
• Coordinate the recruitment, selection, admission, advising, readmission, transfer, progression, retention efforts, and withdrawal of students within the program
• Communicate with the Supervisors regularly with concerns and general information concerning progress of the program curriculum and students
• Supervise the organization and revising lecture instruction, lab sessions, and clinical experiences
• Maintain program equipment and supplies
• Participate in adding new technology and implementing related technology in lecture and lab
• Cooperate with others in meeting the needs of students with diverse backgrounds and abilities in the classroom, clinical, and college environment
• Coordinate the review and selection of new textbooks, laboratory equipment, supplies and other instructional materials used in the teaching-learning process
• Maintain current professional credentials, state license, continuing professional development requirements, and expertise in respiratory therapy
• Maintain ongoing professional development in the area of teaching and in the teaching-learning process
• Maintain student files and program records according to accreditation, and college requirements
• Develop and conduct professional growth activities and programs for full time, adjunct and clinical faculty as well as assisting with community programs
• Supervise the recruiting, orienting, and mentoring of adjunct and full time faculty
• Coordinate/Participate in recruiting, orienting, and mentoring of students
• Represent the college in manner, appearance, and behavior that promote a positive image of the college within the community
• Perform other related duties as necessary and/or assigned
• Provide leadership and vision in a positive manner
• Coordinate all aspects of programs, following any programmatic and/or regional accrediting standards and college/system policies
• Review programs and assess learning outcomes
• Assure compliance with any accrediting or licensing bodies
• Observe instructional methods, provide immediate feedback and conduct performance evaluations and planning in all instructional settings
• Supervise students in the clinical area and assist students to develop critical thinking skills
• may involve out of town travel for which mileage will be reimbursed per Louisiana Travel Policy guidelines
• Conduct annual reports required for accreditation boards
• Assist with faculty compliance with the institution and division’s general and academic policies and procedures
• Assist with maintaining the course catalog and handbooks for said program
• Assist the Associate Dean of Allied Health with teaching assignments, recruiting and the selection process of full-time and part-time faculty, orientation, and guidance of new faculty to ensure success
• Participate in the resolution of student grievances, student problems or complaints
• Ensure the maintenance of appropriate student learning outcomes and course syllabi
• Assist with accreditation processes including board reports
• Complete graduation, certification/licensing, and board paperwork
• Plan the pinning ceremony
• Responsibilities may include additional time for prep and closeout of the Fall and Spring semesters to ensure the duties above are completed

• Bachelor’s degree required
• A minimum of four years’ experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist with at least two years in clinical respiratory care
• A minimum of two years teaching experience in an accredited respiratory care program as a faculty member or clinical preceptor required
• Candidates must have good instructional techniques
• computer knowledge
• student-centered attitude
• and must be well organized
• Candidate must possess a valid Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential and a current state license

Master's degree preferred

• retirement
• multiple medical insurance options
• supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.)
• Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses)
• holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas)
• generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Program