Part-time Clinical Specialist, Respiratory Care

Tyler Junior College gives equal consideration to all applicants for admission, employment and participation in its programs and activities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, veteran status or limited English proficiency (LEP).

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All positions are on-site, located in Tyler, Texas, unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

The Clinical Specialist in Respiratory Care is a part-time position that reports to the Department Chair of Respiratory Care.   The position facilitates orientation and clinical settings for respiratory care students, equipping them with the skills necessary for success in the field. 

This is a part-time position and is subject to a maximum of 18 hours per week. 

Primary Responsibilities

• Facilitates hospital orientation for respiratory therapy students. 
• Collaborates with the academic institution's course coordinator to plan course content, objectives, and learning activities. 
• Coordinates student respiratory therapy clinical experiences in collaboration with respiratory therapy educators and preceptors. 
• Provides clinical supervision and evaluation of students, in coordination with assigned preceptors. 
• Coordinates and conducts clinical conferences with students to meet the educational objectives of the course. 
• Participates in direct patient care activities to maintain clinical competence. 
• Independently administers medications per licensure authority, assesses and reassesses effects of these medications, and documents administration promptly per policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. 
• Provides assistance and consultation to preceptors for problem-solving and implementation of course objectives. 
• Collaborates with leadership to develop goals and objectives for education and training programs as assigned. 
• Supports efforts in professional respiratory therapy practice quality and outcomes activities. 
• Maintains and reports on outcomes data related to the assigned program. 

COMPETENCIES

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Collaboration/Teamwork, Communication (Oral and Written), Design/Instruction, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Multi-tasking, Organizational Skills, Problem-solving, Time Management, Adaptability, and Professionalism in an Education Setting.  

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Individual Contributor

Work Environment: Hospital setting, with extended length shifts and after-hours and weekend work required 

Physical Demands: Prolonged walking, standing, bending, lifting up to 50lbs, and repetitive motion

Travel Required: Yes- 20%

Required Education

Associate of Applied Science degree in respiratory care from a CoARC-accredited program.

Required Experience

3 years of respiratory therapy experience in an acute care setting. 

Required Credentials/Licensures

• Respiratory Care Practitioners License issued by the Texas Medical Board.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist with The National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider and any relevant certification as determined at the position level. 

Preferred Credentials/Licensures

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Adult Critical Care Specialist (ACCS), and Neonatal and Pediatric Specialist (NPS). 

Additional Job-Specific Requirements

This position requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.  Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

EXPECTATIONS

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities are subject to change at any time, with or without notice. 
• Will have contact – in person, by email, or by phone – with staff, students, and the general public.
• Must exhibit a sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and to staff and students with disabilities.
• Regular and punctual attendance is an essential function of each employee. 

This is a security-sensitive position. Candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.