Respiratory Therapy Clinical Education Director

Advocate Health; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 43,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

Educational Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Cabarrus College is seeking a dedicated Director of Clinical Education (DCE) for CoARC purposes to lead and oversee clinical learning experiences for the Respiratory Therapy Program. This faculty role serves as the vital link between classroom instruction and clinical practice, ensuring students receive hands-on training while maintaining accreditation standards.

The role requires RRT credential, NC license, and a mix of teaching and clinical experience; master’s degree preferred.

Qualifications

• RRT credential is required.
• Current NC Respiratory Care License or ability to obtain within 3 months.
• Master’s degree or bachelor’s degree with commitment to complete a master’s degree 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

• Develop and maintain partnerships with clinical affiliates.
• Coordinate student clinical placements and schedules.
• Conduct site visits to ensure quality learning environments.
• Collaborate with clinical educators and provide preceptor training.
• Support accreditation and clinical education standards.
• Teach in classroom, lab, clinical, and online settings.
• Foster engaging, student-centered learning experiences.
• Evaluate student performance and provide coaching and remediation.
• Develop laboratory competencies and clinical learning activities.
• Mentor students and support career readiness.
• Review and update course materials and learning outcomes.
• Integrate current respiratory care practices, research, and accreditation standards.
• Participate in program assessment and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to college committees, advising, and departmental initiatives.
• Engage in professional development and scholarly activities.

Skills

Teaching

Leadership

Education

RRT credential

North Carolina Respiratory Care License (or ability to obtain within 3 months)

Master’s degree or BA + plan to complete Master’s within 2 years

Minimum 4 years of respiratory therapy experience

Minimum 2 years of teaching or clinical preceptor experience

Job description

Cabarrus College is seeking a dedicated Director of Clinical Education (DCE) for CoARC purposes to lead and oversee clinical learning experiences for the Respiratory Therapy Program. This faculty role serves as the vital link between classroom instruction and clinical practice, ensuring students receive hands-on training while maintaining accreditation standards.

The role requires RRT credential, NC license, and a mix of teaching and clinical experience; master’s degree preferred.