Respiratory Therapy Educator

Ascension; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading non-profit health system focused on providing exceptional care and opportunities for professional growth. As a member of the respiratory therapy team, you will assess, plan, and implement staff development activities while collaborating with management to enhance staff competencies. This role offers a rich learning environment in a full-service teaching hospital, emphasizing respect, inclusion, and community impact. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance Options

Retirement Benefits

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Adoption Assistance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of respiratory therapy experience preferred.
• Experience in NICU and healthcare education is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assess and implement staff development activities for respiratory therapy.
• Evaluate respiratory practices based on patient outcomes.

Skills

Respiratory Care

Patient Assessment

Clinical Practice

Staff Development

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree or Technical Degree

Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)

Tools

BLS Certification

Advanced Life Support Certification

Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification

Job description

We Are Hiring

• Department: Respiratory Therapy
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, Daytime Hours; Some Weekends
• Facility: Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital
• Location: Baltimore, MD
• Salary: $34.71 - $48.39 per hour

What You Will Do

Assess, plan, implementing and evaluate staff development activities for respiratory therapy service.

• Collaborate with manager and staff to assess the learning needs and competencies of staff.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate educational plan/program and utilize methods, measurement and tool to evaluate achievement of learning goals.
• Serve as a consultant for staff in areas of program development, clinical practice, and professional development.
• Participate in the coordination and continuity of orientation programs.
• Evaluate respiratory practice and treatment based on patient outcome.

What You Will Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialed from the Maryland Board of Physicians obtained prior tohire date or job transfer date required.
• Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the National Board forRespiratory Care (NBRC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy ofPediatrics (AAP) preferred.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'sdegree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Additional Preferences

• 5+ years of Respiratory experience
• NICU experience
• Bachelors preferred
• Healthcare Educator experience
• Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialed from the Maryland Board of Physicians obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required
• Registration as a Respiratory Therapist from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required

Why Join Our Team

Ascension Saint Agnes in Baltimore, Maryland operates a full-service, 254-bed teaching hospital, the Ascension Saint Agnes Medical Group, Ascension Saint Agnes Imaging Center and Ascension Saint Agnes Foundation. As an associate, you will be a part of a team that is committed to providing a place of respect and inclusion for all associates, as well as a rich learning environment with countless opportunities for career growth and professional development.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

Pay Non-Discrimination Notice

Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.

This Ministry does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer.