Instructor, Respiratory Care

Maintain continued competence in assigned areas and related disciplines; foster positive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members; support the Colleges recruitment and retention efforts; contribute to College governance through committee service; and comply with College policies and procedures and applicable state guidelines related to faculty responsibilities.

Responsible for demonstrating LSSCs core values of Caring, Communicating, Collaborating, and Celebrating when interacting with students, employees, visitors, and community members.

include, but are not limited to the following:

• Plan and carry out instructional duties that maximize learning by students.
• Supervise students in accordance with program procedures, academic, and course-related concerns.
• Teach assigned courses in accordance with course descriptions. Perform on-site clinical practice teaching at assigned hospitals.
• Work a minimum of 35 hours per week, which includes 15 classroom hours, 10 office or student contact hours, and 10 hours as needed by the program/college.
• Assist with registration and/or recruitment when requested.
• Furnish each student with a course syllabus per College expectations.

• Regularly examine the content of assigned courses and recommend changes to the LSSC supervisor if needed. Any additions, revisions, or supplemental materials incorporated into the course must be compliant with ADA accessibility standards and institutional accessibility requirements.

• Function as a member of the faculty committee in developing the instructional program and educational philosophy of the college.
• Attend all scheduled or called meetings by the President or Vice President of Academic Affairs, AVP Health Professions, and Program Director, unless excused by the administrator in charge.
• Teach all classes for the full period as scheduled.
• Evaluate student progress and achievement with clear methods presented in the course syllabus.
• Utilize evaluation results for planning, instruction, counseling, and program modification.
• Keep accurate and up-to-date records.
• Submit grade reports and other required data on or before the deadline dates.
• Resolve discipline problems within the sphere of responsibility.
• Assist and counsel students as needed, including during office and campus hours.
• Utilizes materials and equipment necessary to accomplish designated tasks.
• Demonstrate knowledge of current instructional developments.
• Regularly examines the content of assigned courses and recommends changes to the curriculum committee as needed.

• Comply with appropriate administrative rules/regulations and Board Policy.
• Participate in an annual evaluation process as specified by the Vice President of Academic Affairs.
• Participate in Commencement ceremonies and Respiratory Care pinning ceremonies.
• Maintain continuity of communication with students, community, faculty, staff, and supervisors through timely replies to meetings, phone calls, mail, and email requests.
• Teach on multiple campus sites as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Demonstrate computer technology proficiency in Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, Teams, & PowerPoint)
• Effectively communicate in both a virtual and physical environment
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Ability to successfully demonstrate knowledge and expertise in the applied field

ABILITIES/GENERAL:

• Promote a common purpose consistent with stated College goals and demonstrate a commitment to students and the learning environment.
• Possess knowledge of general written standards and procedures utilized, and have the ability to read, interpret, and follow procedural and policy manuals related to the job tasks
• Demonstrate the ability to respond to supervision, guidance, and direction in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies.
• Provide quality customer service by creating a welcoming and supportive environment.
• Present a professional image in word, action, and attire.
• Demonstrate professionalism in dealing with a diverse population while understanding and respecting each others views of the world, personalities, and working styles
• Conduct oneself in a manner consistent with the Colleges standards of ethical conduct.
• Apply effective techniques to create working relationships with others to achieve common goals; successfully communicate and collaborate with others to achieve goals.
• Demonstrate skills necessary to look at situations and processes critically to make recommendations for improvement.
• Strong service orientation and ability to effectively work as a member or leader of a team by cooperating with others, offering to help others when needed, and considering larger organizational goals rather than individual concerns. Includes the ability to build &/or support a constructive team spirit where members are committed to the goals and objectives of the organization.
• Plan, organize, and successfully multitask to meet multiple deadlines and frequently new work tasks within required timeframes. Proven flexibility to successfully work on diversified projects at a fast and accurate pace.

• Effectively manage change and adaptability
• Adhere to all workplace safety rules, safety laws, regulations, standards, and practices
• Ability to work various hours, including nights, early mornings, and weekends
• Ability to travel amongst various campuses and attend College events, on or off campus, as required.

• Required:

• Masters degree from a U.S. accredited institution; or relevant alternative credentials may be considered.
• Four (4) years of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), including at least two (2) years of clinical respiratory care experience.
• BLS Certification
• Active, unencumbered Registered Respiratory Therapy (RRT) license and a current State of Florida licensure (or other active state RRT licensure with transferability to the State of Florida).

• Preferred:
  • ACLS, and PALS Certification
  • Teaching experience in higher education

Compensation details: 52000-63500 Yearly Salary

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