Respiratory Therapy Instructor - Adjunct

Southwestern Community College; Sylva (NC); On-site; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

The Adjunct Respiratory Therapy Instructor at Southwestern Community College supports the program coordinator and director in coordinating and delivering instructional activities across classroom, lab, and clinical environments. The role emphasizes maintaining positive relationships with students, faculty, and clinical affiliates to support a high-quality educational experience.

Responsibilities include providing laboratory instruction, supervising skill development, visiting clinical sites to

Qualifications

• Must hold academic and/or professional credentials appropriate to the assigned subject content area.
• Required: Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum of one year of professional experience in Respiratory Therapy or related clinical practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide laboratory instruction and supervision to support student development of clinical and technical skill proficiency.
• Conduct and participate in clinical site visits to evaluate student performance and ensure alignment with program outcomes.
• Prepare and teach assigned Respiratory Therapy courses in accordance with approved outlines and schedules.
• Represent the College professionally in interactions with students, clinical partners, and the public.
• Maintain learning environment that challenges, engages, and supports students to promote success.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy experience

Education

Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Statement Of Primary Purpose

The adjunct Respiratory Therapy Instructor supports the Respiratory Therapy Program Coordinator and Director of Clinical Education in the coordination and delivery of instructional activities across classroom, laboratory, and clinical environments. The role also includes fostering and maintaining positive, professional relationships with students, faculty, and clinical affiliates to support a high quality educational experience.

Statement Of Primary Purpose

The adjunct Respiratory Therapy Instructor supports the Respiratory Therapy Program Coordinator and Director of Clinical Education in the coordination and delivery of instructional activities across classroom, laboratory, and clinical environments. The role also includes fostering and maintaining positive, professional relationships with students, faculty, and clinical affiliates to support a high quality educational experience.

Classification

Curriculum faculty, Adjunct

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Provide laboratory instruction and supervision to support student development of clinical and technical skill proficiency.
• Conduct and participate in clinical site visits to evaluate student performance, support clinical affiliates, and ensure alignment between clinical education and program outcomes.
• Prepare and teach assigned Respiratory Therapy courses in accordance with approved course outlines, program standards, and the published academic schedule.
• Represent the College in a professional manner at all times in interactions with students, clinical partners, community stakeholders, and the public.
• Create and maintain a learning environment that appropriately challenges, engages, supports, and communicates with students in a professional and respectful manner that promotes student success.
• Ensure course and program learning outcomes are effectively delivered and assessed as outlined in the syllabus and program objectives.
• Maintain accurate and complete instructional records for all assigned courses.
• Participate in program advisory committee meetings, accreditation related activities, and other programmatic initiatives as appropriate.
• Cooperate with scheduled student evaluations of instruction and use feedback for continuous improvement.
• Submit required college reports, documentation, and records accurately and within established deadlines.
• Attend departmental and instructor meetings and actively participate in program communication and collaboration as needed.
• Maintain all required professional credentials in accordance with accrediting agency and regulatory body standards.
• Demonstrate current and ongoing knowledge of Respiratory Therapy practice, standards, and technologies.
• Adhere to all college, program, and accreditation policies and procedures.

Additional Duties And Responsibilities

Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Respiratory Therapy program, division, and the mission, vision, and strategic goals of the College.

Minimum Qualifications

Must hold academic and/or professional credentials appropriate to the assigned subject content area.

Education

Required: Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy.

Preferred: Bachelor’s degree

Skills

Knowledge and Skills

A minimum of one (1) year of professional experience in the Respiratory Therapy field or related clinical practice is required.

Physical Demands

Demonstrate proficiency in the operation, maintenance, and instructional use of all Respiratory program related laboratory, simulation, and clinical equipment, and effectively train students in the safe and appropriate use of such equipment.

Licensing Requirement

Possess and maintain a current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential and an unrestricted North Carolina Respiratory Care Practitioner License in good standing.

Possess and maintain a valid North Carolina Driver’s License and the ability to travel to clinical education sites and other locations as required.

Working Conditions and Environment

Ability to travel routinely throughout and beyond the College’s service area to clinical education sites, healthcare partners, and other program related locations, including occasional overnight travel for professional development activities, conferences, accreditation meetings, and other job related events.

Equipment Operation

Ability to demonstrate and operate all equipment required to perform the duties of a Respiratory Therapist in clinical, laboratory, and instructional settings. Ability to effectively use standard office equipment and learning management systems (LMS) to support instructional, administrative, and communication functions.

This position description covers the most essential functions and duties associated with this position. Other duties may be assigned by the President or appropriate supervisory personnel. The College reserves the right to alter duties, responsibilities, conditions, working hours, and job title as necessary.