Respiratory Therapist

RT InstructorShape 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! Take a break from the demands of direct patient care and use your skills and knowledge as a subject-matter expert!Location: Tucson Campus Schedule: Day Classes (30 hours per week) Compensation: $31.00 to $38.75 Benefits: Yes!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 FunctionsImplement and evaluate daily lesson plans for students, including scheduled activities and materials for each semester.Plan instruction to achieve specific objectives based upon student needs and established curriculum.Monitor student attendance in the program and coordinate with the Associate Director when absences occur on two consecutive days.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 students' performance in 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 QualificationsAssociate'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 of an otherwise recognized Respiratory Therapy training entity (e.g., a hospital-based program).Three (3) years of experience as a hospital/clinical respiratory therapist.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, and other computer skills.Compensation & BenefitsHiring Range - $31.00 to $38.75Medical (PPO & 2 HDHP with HSA), Dental & Vision401(k) PlanEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Short & Long-term DisabilityBasic Life InsuranceFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Health Savings Account (HSA)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holiday PayTuition ReimbursementHealth & Wellness ProgramWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive and accessible hiring process. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during any part of the application or interview process, please contact HR at View email address on click.appcast.io. All essential job functions can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.