Respiratory Therapy Instructor (RRT)

PMI; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) with employer match

Health, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Pima Medical Institute in Renton, WA is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join as a Respiratory Therapy Instructor. You will deliver lectures, lead labs, and assess students across semesters, helping prepare for licensure exams and maintaining strong retention and success rates.

The role requires an RRT, WA license, an associate degree or higher in Respiratory Therapy, and at least three years of clinical experience.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from a CoARC-accredited Respiratory Therapy program recognized by USDE or CHEA.
• Minimum of four years of job-related training and clinical experience in Respiratory Therapy for non-graduates.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential issued by NBRC.
• Active Washington Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• Minimum of three years of practical clinical experience in a hospital/acute-care setting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; proficient in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lectures and supervise hands-on lab demonstrations aligned with CoARC curriculum standards.
• Evaluate student performance, administer assessments, and grade coursework.
• Advise students on Respiratory Therapy coursework and clinical techniques.
• Track attendance and coordinate academic support to maintain 80%+ student success.
• Prepare weekly attendance reports and update transcripts in CampusNexus.
• Arrange guest speakers, field trips, and clinical site visits; assist with externship coordination.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Office

Computer literacy

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

CoARC-accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Tools

CampusNexus

Job description

Type: Full-Time (Specify based on campus req) | Non-Exempt

Compensation: $38. 00 – $46.86 per hour

Position Summary

Are you a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) passionate about mentoring future clinical professionals? Pima Medical Institute is seeking an engaging, experienced Respiratory Therapy Instructor to join our Renton campus faculty team.

In this instructional role, you will deliver didactic lectures, guide practical laboratory demonstrations, and evaluate clinical competencies across semesters. You will play a vital role in preparing students for programmatic licensure exams, monitoring academic progress, and fostering an environment that maintains high student retention and success.

Key Responsibilities

Didactic & Practical Laboratory Instruction:

Lesson Delivery: Implement established semester lesson plans, prepare engaging lectures, and lead hands-on laboratory demonstrations in alignment with CoARC-accredited curriculum standards.

Skill Competency Verification: Evaluate student performance in clinical procedures, administer assessments, and grade coursework according to institutional policies.

Curriculum Guidance: Assist and advise students on Respiratory Therapy coursework, reinforcing clinical techniques and practical applications.

Student Retention & Academic Administration:

Retention Coaching: Track daily attendance, coordinate with the Associate Director when absences occur two consecutive days, and implement academic support plans to maintain an 80%+ student success rate.

Grade & Recordkeeping: Prepare weekly attendance reports and submit final grades at the end of each semester to update transcripts in CampusNexus.

Program Enrichment: Arrange guest speakers, field trips, and clinical site visits; assist with student clinical/externship coordination as needed.

Education & Training:

Associate degree from a CoARC-accredited Respiratory Therapy program recognized by USDE or CHEA; OR

Minimum of four (4) years of job-related training and clinical experience in Respiratory Therapy for non-graduates.

Licensure & Credentials:

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential issued by the NBRC.

Active Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license in the State of Washington.

Occupational Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of practical clinical experience in a hospital or acute-care respiratory setting.

Technical Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and basic computer operations.

Preferred Qualifications:

One (1) year of instructional/teaching experience in an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.

Hiring Range: $38. 00 to $46.89 per hour.

Employee Ownership: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Retirement: 401(k) Plan with up to a 10% Employer Match.

Healthcare Options: Comprehensive Medical (PPO & HDHP options with HSA), Dental, and Vision coverage (for eligible full-time schedules).

Financial Protection: Basic Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, HSA, and FSA options.

Work-Life & Growth: Washington Paid Sick Leave, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Tuition Reimbursement, and Health & Wellness Program rewards.

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