Program Director Respiratory Therapy

Program Director Respiratory TherapyOnsite PositionShape the Future of Respiratory Therapy EducationJoin us at Concorde's new campus in Glendale, AZ, opening in 2027! Bring your experience to an established name in healthcare education and help shape the team, student experience, and campus operations from day one.As Program Director of Respiratory Therapy, you'll lead the people, academics and day-to-day operations behind a program designed to prepare students for meaningful careers in respiratory care. You'll develop and support faculty, champion academic quality and student success, and ensure the program meets institutional, regulatory and accreditation standards.This is an opportunity to bring together your experience as a respiratory therapist, educator and leader to make an impact on students, faculty and the healthcare community.Benefits You'll LoveConcorde offers benefits designed to support your health, financial future, family, and professional growth.Salary: $100k-110k / annuallyTuition waiver for you and your immediate familyCompetitive medical, dental, and vision insuranceGenerous paid time offPaid parental leave401(k) with company matchPet insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramProfessional development opportunitiesAnd more!What You'll DoLead & Develop Your TeamRecruit, train, orient and supervise program faculty and staffSet the standard for professionalism and conduct for faculty, staff and studentsSupport faculty in creating active, engaging and respectful learning experiences focused on student satisfaction and positive outcomesProvide ongoing coaching and performance feedback, including formal classroom observationsConduct and document regular department staff and faculty meetingsEnsure faculty participate in and document required professional development and Continuing Education Units (CEUs)Maintain complete faculty files in accordance with Academic Dean requirements and remain open to coaching and feedback from the Academic DeanChampion Academic Quality & Student SuccessEnsure the academic quality of instruction and support the ongoing review and development of program curriculumAdvise, coach and mentor students as appropriateProvide leadership and supervision to support programmatic and institutional completion, licensure and placement outcomesReview and support the Satisfactory Academic Progress process, including grade audits and timely student advisingEnsure appropriate surveys are completed on time and effectively reviewedReview and ensure accurate, timely course, student and faculty schedulingTeach classes when necessary and as permitted by the programmatic accreditorSupport student orientations and attend graduation as requestedDrive Compliance & Program ExcellenceEnsure compliance with Concorde policies and all programmatic and institutional accreditation requirementsLead and support accreditation activities, including advisory committee meetings, scheduled and unannounced visits, annual reports, self-studies and responsesEnsure department safety practices meet applicable legal, regulatory and program standardsParticipate in budgeting and oversee procurement to ensure program needs are metMaintain the documentation and operational standards necessary to support a compliant, high-quality Respiratory Therapy programBuild Connections Beyond the ClassroomParticipate in student, campus and community activitiesActively engage with the local professional community to build awareness of Concorde, expand opportunities for students and strengthen the program's professional networkRepresent the program as a leader and partner within the campus and respiratory therapy communityPerform other duties as assignedWhat You'll BringTo succeed in this role, you'll bring a combination of respiratory therapy expertise, educational experience and people leadership, along with the ability to evaluate faculty effectiveness and lead with strong communication, attention to detail and professionalism.Required Qualifications:Minimum of four years of clinical experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)Minimum of two years of experience in a CoARC-accredited program as an educator or clinical preceptorBachelor's degree or higherValid Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentialCurrent state licenseStrong management and communication skillsKnowledge of respiratory therapy and the clinical application of classroom learningAbility to evaluate instructor competencyProficiency with computer applications required to perform the responsibilities of the roleSupervisory ResponsibilityAll program faculty and staff.About UsUniversal Technical Institute, Inc. is a national leader in workforce solutions for transportation, skilled trades and healthcare/dental. Across our two brands, Universal Technical Institute (UTI) and Concorde Career Colleges, we share a common purpose: to prepare students for careers in high-demand fields. Just as we invest in our students' futures, we invest in our people by creating opportunities to grow, contribute and build rewarding careers while making a lasting difference in the lives of students, employers and the communities we serve.