Part Time Clinical Instructors - Dept. of Respiratory Therapy and Health Sciences

Middle Georgia State University; Macon (GA); Vor Ort; USD 34.000 - 55.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Middle Georgia State University seeks part-time Clinical Instructors for the Department of Respiratory Therapy and Health Sciences in Georgia. Instructors will supervise Respiratory Therapy students in clinical settings, coordinate teaching activities, and mentor student progress.

Requirements include a BS degree, RRT credential, current state licensure, and AARC membership; travel to clinical sites is required.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor of Science degree required.
• RRT credential and current state RCP license.
• Current AARC membership.
• Must meet regulatory and corporate qualifications to hold the position.
• Position requires travel to clinical sites.

Aufgaben

• Direct supervision of Respiratory Therapy students in clinical settings.
• Coordinate clinical teaching in hospital/clinical sites and supervise student assignments.
• Conduct skill labs and demonstrations as needed.
• Coordinate community-based clinical teaching activities.
• Contribute to a collegial, collaborative work environment.
• Assist students in meeting clinical objectives and progression.
• Mentor students on clinical progression.

Kenntnisse

Clinical supervision

Teaching

Communication

Travel to sites

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

Bachelor of Science degree

Master of Science degree (preferred)

Jobbeschreibung

Job Title: Part Time Clinical Instructors - Dept. of Respiratory Therapy and Health Sciences
Location: Middle GA State University
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Part-Time

About Us

Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree-granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses-Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia-and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,400 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation program, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state.

Job Summary

This position provides clinical supervision to Middle Georgia State University Respiratory Therapy students placed in area healthcare facilities and laboratories. It is a part-time clinical instructor position.

Responsibilities

Instructing (80%) -

• Responsible for the direct supervision of Respiratory Therapy students in the clinical setting.
• Provides and/or coordinates clinical teaching activities in the hospital/clinical setting to include student assignments, clinical supervision, and student evaluation.
• Participates in skill lab demonstrations and practice.
• Provides and coordinates clinical teaching activities in the community as needed.
• Contributes to a collegial and collaborative work environment.
• Works with students in patient care areas to assist them in meeting their clinical objectives.
• Mentors students regarding clinical progression.

Monitoring (15%) -

• Evaluates students on professional behavior (appearance/dress code, attitude, cooperation, communication skills).
• Plans and conducts regular student conferences.
• Engages and nurtures students in and beyond the classroom.
• Ensures that students are meeting their clinical objectives.
• Completes and collates clinical evaluations of students at their clinical site.
• Regularly discusses and reports student progress to Director of Clinical Education (DCE).
• Properly documents student absences, clinical incidences, disciplinary problems, and any changes in clinical site activities and availability.
• Utilizes the MGA Respiratory Therapy clinical assessment system for time clocking and evaluation.

Other Duties (5%) -

• Adheres to assigned clinical and laboratory schedules.
• Maintains professional work relationships with community and clinical sites through attending inservice training, updating policies and procedures, and by providing student lists to clinical agencies.
• Serves on the Respiratory Therapy Program advisory committee.
• Participates in professional workshops, conferences, and other educational offerings to promote growth, broaden knowledge and skills, and to improve the quality of Respiratory Care education.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree required

Other Required Qualifications

• RRT credential
• Current state RCP license
• Current AARC membership
• Must meet all regulatory and corporate qualifications to hold the position
• Must attend all orientation and professional development as required
• Position requires travel to clinical sites

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

• Master of Science degree required

Preferred Experience

• Minimum of 4 years of clinical experience in respiratory therapy preferred.
• Experience in adult, neonatal, and pediatric critical care preferred.
• Prior teaching experience preferred.

Other Preferred Qualifications

• ACLS, NRP, and PALS preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• A personal and professional commitment to creating an atmosphere of quality instruction at Middle Georgia State University.
• English reading, writing, and speaking skills at the native level of fluency.
• Ability to utilize technology and innovative pedagogy and andragogy to enhance teaching and learning.
• Understanding of and commitment to working with students and healthcare population in our communities.
• Ability to communicate well, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to drive to clinical sites.
• Ability to work in the clinical setting as a respiratory therapist for 8-12 hours as scheduled.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

Middle Georgia State University is committed to four core values in what we do and represent: CORE VALUES: Stewardship - Engagement - Adaptability - Learning

Equal Employment Opportunity

Middle Georgia State University is committed to ensuring a safe learning environment that supports the dignity of all members of the University community. Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG) and Middle Georgia State University. Pursuant to Board of Regents Policy Section 6.6 , federal and state laws and regulations, and our vision, mission, and values, Middle Georgia State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Background Check

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation, including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with MGA, as determined by MGA in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.