Respiratory Care Provider Instructor

Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, Ltd.•Cincinnati, OH

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Odyssey is seeking a Respiratory Care Provider Instructor to support the 711th Human Performance Wing (711 HPW) at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio. The 711 HPW focuses on human-centric warfare research, education, and consultation. This role is contingent upon contract award.

Requirements

Must be a US citizen
NACI clearance required
High School Diploma
Minimum of five (5) years of clinical experience in acute care settings, with at least two (2) years in critical care.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) and hold either a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential. (No patient care).
Possess and maintain an active, unrestricted license to practice as a Respiratory Therapist in any U.S. state or territory.
Current certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Life Support (ALS).
Shall complete the Basic Instructors Course (BIC) within 60 days of hire, then complete 60 instructor hours to be qualified.

Nice To Haves

Prior military or CCAT aeromedical evacuation experience.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.

Responsibilities

Work under the supervision of the site director to plan, develop, and deliver didactic, simulation, and hands-on lesson plan curricula.
Provide high-quality academic and hands-on instruction aligned with military and civilian air transport standards, including patient stabilization, aeromedical evacuation procedures, and in-flight critical care management.
Develop and deliver respiratory therapy training, ensuring students gain competency in Aerospace Physiology & Altitude Medicine, Emergency Airway Management & Ventilation, Pulmonary Function Testing & Blood Gas Analysis, Aeromedical Equipment & Flight Adaptations, and Cardiac & Pulmonary Resuscitation in Transport.
Prepare students for rapid patient evacuation scenarios, including adapting care in combat zones, disaster response, or humanitarian missions.
Engage in peer review and professional development, participating in simulated aeromedical evacuation exercises and continuing education programs.
Uphold safety and compliance standards in aeromedical education, ensuring proper handling of medical equipment in flight conditions and adherence to military transport protocols.
Create and maintain lesson plans, educational objectives, and instructional materials in accordance with USAF CCATT guidelines.
Provide instruction using medical simulation equipment and high-fidelity manikins to replicate in-flight scenarios.
Support evaluation of student competencies via written exams, practical demonstrations, and oral evaluations.
Participate in curriculum review boards and incorporate current evidence-based clinical practices into training content.
Demonstrate best practices for respiratory monitoring, patient stabilization, and ventilator function during altitude changes and decompression.
Participate in after-action reviews and quality assurance initiatives post-training exercises or real-world missions.
Advise the program Medical Director and/or Course Director on best practices for respiratory patient packaging, oxygen utilization, and disaster medical response.
Maintain accurate documentation of course delivery, student attendance, grades, and performance metrics.
Attend regular staff, administrative, and planning meetings with the Government’s medical training staff and contribute to curriculum planning initiatives.