Respiratory Therapy Program Coordinator

***Posted until filled***

Statement Of Primary Purpose

Provide instructional and administrative leadership for the Respiratory Therapy program in support of faculty, staff, and students. The Program Coordinator oversees all facets of program operations, including both administrative management and educational delivery. Administrative responsibilities encompass budget planning and oversight, continuous program evaluation and analysis, strategic planning and development, and ensuring overall program effectiveness. Educational responsibilities include classroom and clinical instruction, as well as curriculum design, implementation, and ongoing review to ensure quality and compliance.

Classification

Curriculum faculty, full-time, exempt.

This position is required to work the 9-month plus one summer session schedule.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Ensure the program and courses are up-to-date, current in technology, and in compliance with state and national accreditation standards.
• Lead curriculum and course updates and revisions.
• Coordinate program course offerings and schedules.
• Assist in budget formation and monitor expenditures for travel (local &/or overnight), supplies, equipment, and programmatic library holdings
• Inventory equipment and supplies.
• Maintain an advisory committee, including coordinating membership, facilitating annual meetings, maintaining records, and following through on advisory recommendations for program improvements.
• Complete or assist with program reports, including but not limited to annual program review, outcomes assessment, and advanced planning document.
• Maintain programmatic accreditation, including writing self-study reports, compiling and submitting annual reports, preparing for site visits, and following up on accreditation recommendations.
• Prepare and teach assigned courses in accordance with course outlines and the published course schedule.
• Maintain teaching course workload in compliance with the college faculty workload policy.
• Appropriately challenge, engage, support, and communicate with students to encourage their participation and learning in a professional, respectful environment.
• Ensure course and program learning outcomes are delivered as defined by the syllabus and program objectives.
• Maintain accurate records for each course taught.
• Prepare, review, and update course outlines on a regular basis.
• Assist with student recruitment, advising, and retention.
• Serve on college and division committees.
• Participate in college events and activities, including commencement ceremonies.
• Cooperate in scheduled student evaluations of the instructor and courses.
• Keep regular posted office hours in accordance with college policy.
• Submit all college reports in an accurate, timely fashion.
• Attend instructor and departmental meetings as scheduled.
• Be responsible for professional development and maintaining professional competence.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and others.
• Maintain credentials as required by accrediting agencies and regulatory bodies.
• Demonstrate and maintain current subject area knowledge.
• Work with students in the laboratory to assist them in developing skill proficiencies
• Adhere to academic policies and procedures.
• Assist the Dean with faculty recruitment, onboarding, training, and supervision.
• Oversee the satellite Respiratory Therapy program at Blue Ridge Community College (BRCC).
  
  

Additional Duties And Responsibilities

Perform other duties as assigned to support the program and the college's mission.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in healthcare leadership, education, or related field.

Skills

Knowledge and Skills

Program coordinator must have a minimum of four (4) years’ experience as an RRT with at least two (2) years’ experience in clinical respiratory care and a minimum of two (2) years’ experience teaching in an accredited respiratory care program either as an appointed faculty member or as a clinical preceptor.

Physical Demands

Must be able to use and demonstrate all instructional and lab equipment.

Licensing Requirement

Valid Registered Respiratory Therapy (RRT) credential from the NBRC.

Current North Carolina license from the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board.

Valid NC Driver’s License.

Working Conditions and Environment

Routine travel in the college service area and to clinical sites beyond the service area. Occasional overnight travel outside the service area for professional development and meetings.

Equipment Operation

Able to demonstrate and operate all equipment required to perform the duties of a Respiratory Therapist.

This position description covers the most essential functions and duties associated with this position. Other duties may be assigned by the President or appropriate supervisory personnel. The College reserves the right to alter duties, responsibilities, conditions, working hours, and job title as necessary.

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