What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Therapist Educator LifeBridge Health position at LifeBridge Health?
Summary
Position Summary:
The Respiratory Care Educator serves as a clinical leader and educator, coordinating the professional development and daily operations of the Respiratory Care team. This role is responsible for developing educational resources, guiding clinical best practices, maintaining regulatory compliance, and ensuring high standards of care. As part of the Patient Care Services leadership team, the Educator acts as a consultant to the clinical team and medical staff, supporting optimal patient outcomes and promoting a culture of safety, learning, and excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
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Collaborate with staff, leadership, and the Education Resource Center to develop and implement educational programs.
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Identify and monitor clinical practice issues and patient outcomes for improvement.
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Review and maintain department policies and procedures for compliance with state, federal, and The Joint Commission standards.
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Support and coordinate initiatives related to patient safety, quality improvement, and accreditation readiness.
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Serve as a clinical consultant to the department, hospital committees, and external professional organizations.
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Lead and deliver annual competency training, monthly department education, and in-service programs.
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Support staffing by serving as a charge therapist or direct care provider as needed.
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Participate in staff recruitment, onboarding, and performance evaluations.
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Maintain proficiency in all critical care and diagnostic procedures.
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Lead the development and measurement of staff competencies and clinical development plans.
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Partner with academic institutions to build a pipeline for qualified students and promote the profession.
Leadership & Administrative Duties:
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Act as a liaison with medical leadership, nursing, and other hospital departments.
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Provide performance feedback and guidance to team members.
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Support scheduling, shift operations, and allocation of equipment and resources.
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Author and deliver educational content for clinical teams and affiliated partners.
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Maintain documentation of education, incidents, and clinical performance in alignment with regulations.
Required Qualifications:
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Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy or related healthcare field
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Experience: 3–5 years of clinical respiratory care experience, with demonstrated leadership and educational responsibilities
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Licensure: Current Maryland Respiratory Care Practitioner License (RRT)
Preferred Certifications:
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Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
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Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Core Competencies:
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Strong clinical expertise in adult and pediatric critical care
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Excellent communication, teaching, and presentation skills
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Proven ability to lead quality and performance improvement initiatives
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Experience with staff development and education planning
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Ability to function effectively in a collaborative and dynamic team environment
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Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and reporting
Additional Information
Who We Are:LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond, anchored by our mission to “improve the health of people in the communities we serve.” Join us to advance health access, elevate patient experiences, and contribute to a system that values bold ideas and community-centered care.
What We Offer:
Impact: Join a team that values innovation and outcomes, delivering life-saving care to our youngest and most vulnerable patients.
Growth: Opportunities for professional development, including tuition reimbursement and developing foundational skills for neonatal critical care leadership and advanced certification.
Support: A culture of collaboration with resources like unit-based practice councils and advanced clinical education support — improving both workflow efficiency and patient outcomes and allowing you to work at the top of your license.
Benefits: Competitive compensation (additional compensation such as overtime, shift differentials, premium pay, and bonuses may apply depending on job), comprehensive health plans, free parking, and wellness programs.
Why LifeBridge Health?
With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, we combine strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care anchored by five leading centers in the Baltimore region: Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Grace Medical Center, Northwest Hospital, Carroll Hospital, and Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital.
Our organization thrives on a culture of CARE BRAVELY—where compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare.
LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. LifeBridge Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.
