Program Director, Associate of Science Degree Respiratory Care Program
Lasell University - Newton, Massachusetts
Position Summary
Lasell University seeks a qualified and experienced Program Director to lead an accredited Associate of Science Degree Respiratory Care Program. The Program Director is responsible for the organization, administration, continuous review, planning, development, and general effectiveness of the program in accordance with the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) Standards.
The Program Director ensures the program prepares competent, entry-level respiratory therapists eligible for the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) credentialing examinations and aligns with current professional practice standards.
CoARC-Required Qualifications
The Program Director must:
Hold a minimum of a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution (Masters degree preferred)
Hold a valid Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
Hold an active, current state license to practice as a Respiratory Therapist, where required
Have a minimum of 4 years of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist, including:
At least 2 years in clinical respiratory care practice
Have a minimum of 2 years of teaching or instructional experience in respiratory care or a related allied health field
Demonstrate knowledge of CoARC Standards and accreditation processes, including:
Program administration
Curriculum design and competency-based education
Student learning outcomes and assessment
Clinical education requirements
Demonstrate effective leadership and administrative skills necessary to manage program operations, personnel, and resources
Responsibilities
Program Administration
The Program Director is responsible for:
Overall organization, administration, continuous review, and effectiveness of the Respiratory Care Program
Ensuring compliance with all CoARC Standards
Maintaining required accreditation documentation, including:
Annual Reports of Current Status (RCS)
Self-study reports and progress reports
Outcomes data and program effectiveness metrics
Coordinating and leading accreditation site visits and ongoing compliance activities
Curriculum Oversight
Ensure the curriculum:
Is competency-based and aligned with CoARC Standards
Prepares students for NBRC credentialing examinations (CRT and RRT)
Oversee course design, sequencing, and integration of:
Didactic instruction
Laboratory/simulation
Clinical education
Lead systematic curriculum review and revision based on:
Outcomes data
Advisory committee input
Advances in respiratory care practice and technology
Faculty Supervision
Clinical Education Oversight
Coordinate with the Director of Clinical Education to manage and maintain all clinical education requirements
Ensure clinical education meets CoARC Standards for clinical practice experiences
In Coordination with the Director of Clinical Education Develop and maintain clinical affiliation agreements
Ensure clinical sites provide:
Adequate patient and procedure diversity
Qualified preceptors and clinical instructors
Assist, as needed, the coordination of:
Student clinical placements
Competency evaluations
Site monitoring and assessment
Student Learning & Outcomes Assessment
Ensure fair, valid, and consistent student evaluation processes
Monitor and analyze program outcomes, including:
Program retention and graduation rates
NBRC credentialing success (CRT/RRT)
Graduate job placement rates
Maintain a systematic plan for ongoing program evaluation and continuous quality improvement
Advisory Committee
Establish and maintain an active advisory committee consisting of:
Employers
Clinical affiliates
Credentialed respiratory therapists
Conduct regular meetings and use feedback to inform program improvement and workforce alignment
Resource Management
Teaching Responsibilities
Preferred Qualifications
Work Environment
WHY LASELL?
Lasell University is committed to equal opportunity in every aspect of hiring and employment. Lasell proactively reviews its policies and practices to assure that decisions with respect to every dimension of employment are made without regard to age, color of skin, disability, gender expression and identity, genetic predisposition, marital status, national origin, race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran's status, status as a victim of domestic violence, and all other protected groups and classes under Federal and State Laws and executive orders.