Respiratory Therapy Master Trainer

The University of Kansas Health System; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Respiratory Therapy Master Trainer to develop and continually improve a training program based on TWI and JI methods. You will train staff and leaders, track competency, and lead a team of educators to elevate respiratory care education across the department.

You will implement Lean-based training improvements and collaborate with managers to ensure high standards, effective onboarding, and ongoing professional development for therapists and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Care or related field.
• 5+ years experience in critical care or leadership.
• Preferred: Master’s Degree in Business or health profession.

Responsibilities

• Develops and continually improves Respiratory Therapy training programs applying TWI, JI, and Lean principles.
• Establishes and documents opportunities for Respiratory Therapy training and process improvement.
• Performs train the trainer education to Respiratory Therapy management and leadership.
• Participates in the improvement process with stakeholders and Respiratory Therapy leaders.
• Sets criteria and evaluates manager’s performance on training staff and using the TWI/JI methods established.
• Establishes a system for leadership development with stakeholders and Respiratory Therapy leaders.
• Serves as a resource and technical expert to Respiratory Therapy staff, physicians, and other health care personnel.
• Oversees orientation, student management, and other health system training(s), as needed.

Skills

Training program development

TWI/JI methods

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Care

Master's Degree in Business or health profession

Job description

Position Title Respiratory Therapy Master Trainer Days - Full Time Bell Hospital

Position Summary / Career Interest: The Respiratory Therapy Master Trainer is responsible for developing and continually improving a training program based on Training Within Industry (TWI) and Job Instruction (JI) methods. This includes training and assisting assigned employees, including managers and supervisors, in developing the required skills to develop training content and teach them how to deliver one-on-one training to their team members. The Master Trainer will work with managers and supervisors to develop a plan, learn TWI and JI skills and methods, and track the competency of their employees in their assigned department. The Master Trainer has the responsibility to improve training program and training techniques. The Master Trainer will be responsible for the success of the Respiratory Therapy education team.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Develops and continually improves Respiratory Therapy training programs applying TWI, JI, and Lean principles and techniques.
• Establishes and documents opportunities for Respiratory Therapy training and process improvement.
• Performs train the trainer education to Respiratory Therapy management and leadership.
• Participates in the improvement process with stakeholders and Respiratory Therapy leaders.
• Sets criteria and evaluates manager’s performance on training staff and using the TWI/JI methods established.
• Establishes system for maintaining and improving training program and documentation.
• Performs audit to ensure training is effective and standards are being held.
• Establishes a system for leadership development with stakeholders and Respiratory Therapy leaders.
• Serves as a resource and technical expert to Respiratory Therapy staff, physicians, and other health care personnel.
• Oversees orientation, student management, and other health system training(s), as needed.
• Demonstrates excellence in personnel management by identifying strengths of team members and assisting employees in leveraging those strengths in their work.
• Fulfills call duties, as assigned.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelors Degree in Respiratory Care or a related field
• 5 or more years experience in critical care and/or leadership

Preferred Education and Experience

• Master's Degree in Business or a health profession

Required Licensure and Certification

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
• Licensed Respiratory Therapist (RT) - State Board of Healing Arts
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)

Preferred Licensure and Certification

• Six Sigma Black Belt - American Society for Quality (ASQ)
• Job Relations and Job Methods Certification
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association (AHA)

Required Language Skills

• Fluent English - Read, Write and Speak English

Knowledge Requirements

Must have excellent written and verbal communication, facilitating and project management skills. The Master Trainer must apply techniques to ensure the success of all types of learners. Membership in the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC)

Time Type: Full time

Job Requisition ID: R-57990

Important information for you to know as you apply:

The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link [e-mail].

Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.

About The University of Kansas Health System

As part of the region’s premier academic medical center, The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world-class healthcare provider and destination for complex care and diagnosis. We are driven by our commitment to service, continuous improvement and to the highest degree of excellence. Collaboration between physicians, nurses, researchers, educators and other professionals who share their expertise leads to exciting discoveries and life-changing treatments for the people we serve.