What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Faculty - Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy, Lab Instructor position at Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine?
The Department of Allied Health seeks qualified adjunct faculty to teach lab courses in the BS in Respiratory Therapy Entry into Practice Program.
Position Summary
The Laboratory Instructor for the BS in Respiratory Therapy program is responsible for facilitating hands-on learning experiences that reinforce didactic instruction and support the development of clinical competencies in respiratory care students. The Lab Instructor guides students in the safe and effective application of respiratory therapy techniques, ensures compliance with professional standards, and fosters an environment of clinical excellence, critical thinking, and interprofessional collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
Required:
For further information/questions, contact Barry Ransom at ransomb@rowan.edu
Applications must be submitted electronically, will be screened on a rolling basis, and may be retained for possible future semesters of employment.
Required application materials (in a single pdf file, if possible):
Notes
Position Summary
The Laboratory Instructor for the BS in Respiratory Therapy program is responsible for facilitating hands-on learning experiences that reinforce didactic instruction and support the development of clinical competencies in respiratory care students. The Lab Instructor guides students in the safe and effective application of respiratory therapy techniques, ensures compliance with professional standards, and fosters an environment of clinical excellence, critical thinking, and interprofessional collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
- Reports to the Director of Clinical Education/Primary Lab Instructor
- Coordinates with the primary lab instructor to deliver laboratory instruction in respiratory therapy procedures, equipment usage, and patient care simulations in alignment with course objectives.
- Demonstrate and supervise psychomotor skills such as patient assessment, oxygen and other medical gas delivery, humidity, bland and medicated aerosol therapy, bronchial hygiene and lung expansion therapy and other therapeutic modalities, arteriotomy, arterial blood gas interpretation and other basic non-invasive diagnostic modalities.
- Evaluate student performance through skill checkoffs in Trajecsys, simulations, and competency-based assessments
- Maintain an organized and safe lab environment, ensuring all equipment is functional, clean, and properly stored
- Collaborate with faculty and clinical coordinators to align lab activities with clinical expectations and curricular goals
- Provide constructive feedback to students to promote growth, professionalism, and clinical readiness
- Participate in curriculum development, accreditation activities, and program improvement initiatives as needed
- Serve as a role model for ethical practice, professional behavior, and patient-centered care.
Required:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Respiratory Therapy or related Health Sciences field
- Active NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential
- Licensed Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in the applicable state
- Minimum of 3 years of recent clinical experience in respiratory care
- Strong understanding of adult learning principles and competency-based education
- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Master’s degree, preferably in respiratory therapy or related health sciences field
- Prior teaching or clinical instruction experience in an academic or training setting
- Experience with simulation or instructional technology in health education
- Membership in relevant professional organizations (e.g., AARC, NBRC)
- Current BLS, ACLS, and/or PALS certification
- Laboratory and simulation-based learning environments within the Respiratory Therapy program course Labs on the Rowan College of South Jersey campus in Sewell, NJ
- Lab hours are 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Monday and Tuesday morning and afternoon
- Some Friday hours may be required based on lab scheduling, testing and remediation
- Interaction with students, faculty, clinical affiliates, and program administrators
For further information/questions, contact Barry Ransom at ransomb@rowan.edu
Applications must be submitted electronically, will be screened on a rolling basis, and may be retained for possible future semesters of employment.
Required application materials (in a single pdf file, if possible):
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Names and contact information of 3 references
Notes
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US, and the university will not sponsor an applicant for a work visa for this position.