Director of Clinical Education - Respiratory Therapy (DCE)

Atrium Health Enterprise; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cabarrus College in North Carolina seeks a Director of Clinical Education (DCE) for the Respiratory Therapy Program to lead clinical learning experiences and ensure CoARC compliance. The role anchors classroom instruction to practice, coordinating affiliations, student placements, and site visits.

You will teach in multiple settings, mentor students, develop competencies, and participate in program assessment.

Qualifications

• RRT credential required.
• Current North Carolina Respiratory Care License or ability to obtain within 3 months.
• Master's degree from an accredited institution OR bachelor's degree with commitment to complete a master's within 2 years.
• Minimum 4 years of respiratory therapy experience, including at least 2 years in clinical practice.
• Minimum 2 years of teaching or clinical preceptor experience in an accredited respiratory care program.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical learning experiences and ensure compliance with CoARC accreditation standards.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with clinical affiliates and coordinate student placements.
• Teach in classroom, lab, clinical, and online settings and mentor students.
• Participate in program assessment, curriculum development, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum development

Preceptor training

Education

RRT credential

North Carolina Respiratory Care License

Master's degree or Bachelor's with plan to complete Master's

Job description

Cabarrus College in North Carolina seeks a Director of Clinical Education (DCE) for the Respiratory Therapy Program to lead clinical learning experiences and ensure CoARC compliance. The role anchors classroom instruction to practice, coordinating affiliations, student placements, and site visits.

You will teach in multiple settings, mentor students, develop competencies, and participate in program assessment.