Respiratory Care Learning & Development Coordinator

Davita Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Children's Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Care Education Coordinator who will be responsible for overseeing educational programs and delivering direct respiratory care. This role demands extensive experience in neonatal/pediatric acute care, a strong educational background in respiratory therapy, and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 5-10 years of neonatal/pediatric acute care experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Develops and oversees educational resources and programs.
• Provides direct respiratory care to critically ill patients.
• Leads specialty education programs.

Skills

Clinical consultation

Assisted ventilation

Respiratory therapy expertise

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Master's Degree

Job description

Job Posting Description

At Boston Children's Hospital, the quality of our care - and our inclusive hospital working environment - lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we're committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us, and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included.

Position Summary:

The Respiratory Care Education Coordinator is responsible for developing, maintaining, evaluating, and overseeing educational resources and programs for the Respiratory Care Department. This includes orientation, continuing education, competency-based learning, and staff development. The coordinator ensures all educational activities align with hospital, professional, and regulatory standards. In addition to educational duties, this role provides direct respiratory care to critically ill patients in intensive care settings and remains current on evolving industry standards and best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develops, maintains, evaluates, and oversees orientation programs for new employees.
• Designs and delivers continuing education, competency-based training, and staff development initiatives.
• Leads the creation and implementation of specialty education programs to support clinical growth.
• Serves as a subject matter expert in assisted ventilation and respiratory therapy, providing clinical consultation and instruction as needed.
• Represents the Respiratory Care Department on regulatory and compliance-related hospital committees.

Minimum Qualifications:
Education:

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy plus a Bachelor's Degree in a complementary field, or
• Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy required
• Master's Degree preferred

Area of Study:

• Respiratory Therapy required

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of neonatal/pediatric acute care experience required
• 10 years of neonatal/pediatric acute care experience preferred

Licensure/Certification:

• Current Massachusetts license as a Respiratory Therapist required
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care required
• Neonatal-Pediatric Specialist (NPS) credential required

Boston Children's Hospital requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Flu, (unless you are eligible for a medical or religious exemption).

Boston Children's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.