Respiratory Therapy Director Clinical Education

Universal Technical Institute•Orlando, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director Clinical Education, Respiratory Therapy oversees the coordination and availability of clinical placement sites to ensure high-quality experiential learning for students. This role is responsible for preparing students for clinical assignments through instructional support, lab practice, and classroom education, as well as managing required pre-placement processes such as scheduling, physicals, background checks, and drug testing to meet clinical site requirements.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy and a Bachelor's degree in any field (required)
Minimum of four (4) years experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist, with two (2) years in clinical respiratory care and two (2) years as a faculty member or clinical preceptor in an accredited respiratory therapy program
Direct and specialized knowledge in the area of instruction (required)
Ability to use computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to process transactions, store documents, enter data, or perform assigned tasks
Demonstrate and utilize active listening, inductive reasoning, information ordering and category flexibility
Ability to use good judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information with discretion
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where deadlines are essential and multiple projects are worked simultaneously
Ability to gain, understand and apply information and data as it relates essential functions of the position
Ability to foster long-term relationships with stakeholders

Nice To Haves

Experience with education students in a clinical setting (preferred)
Build rapport with students, clinical partners, and colleagues, fostering a positive learning environment
Flexibility to stay current with industry advancements and incorporate new knowledge into teaching practices
Competence in evaluating student performance and providing constructive feedback
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective instruction and interaction with students and colleagues
Commitment to ongoing learning and participation in professional growth opportunities
Strong communication, organization, interpersonal, problem-solving, and counseling skills
Proficiency in curriculum development, teaching methodology, supervision, instruction, evaluation, and guidance
Create new and better ways for the organization to succeed
Develop people to achieve their goals and support organizational success
Navigate complex policies, processes, and organizational dynamics with ease
Operate effectively in uncertainty and ambiguity
Work independently, escalating complex or high-impact issues
Drive innovation to improve organizational success
Develop others to achieve individual and organizational goals
Navigate complex organizational dynamics with confidence
Perform effectively amid uncertainty and ambiguity
Able and willing to: Communicate, think, learn, and reason

Responsibilities

Plan, implement, evaluate, and document clinical education experiences in alignment with approved curriculum and program outcomes
Enforce and drive clinical education objectives that support student competency development and learning expectations
Coordinate clinical education activities to align with didactic instruction and program scheduling needs
Evaluate clinical education sites to confirm appropriate learning environments and instructional resources
Conduct and document regular clinical site visits to assess student progress and achievement of clinical objectives
Support quality assurance activities including data collection, reporting, program review, and advisory committee participation
Establish and maintain clinical affiliation agreements that meet institutional, regulatory, and program requirements
Supervise clinical education activities to ensure consistent application of program policies and procedures
Monitor and verify student compliance with health, background, and regulatory requirements prior to clinical placement
Oversee clinical instruction and supervision to ensure students meet program completion and licensure readiness requirements
Establish/maintain a high performance team of professional, motivated and engaged staff utilizing effective training, performance management and career-development activities while leading them to achieve established business results and performance metrics
Recognizes and rewards employee contributions and achievements
Other duties as assigned