Respiratory Therapy Faculty

Title: Respiratory Therapy Faculty

Agency: J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College

Location: Richmond (City) - 760

FLSA: Exempt

Hiring Range: Salary commensurate with the education and experience of the applicant; maximum salary is $95,000.00.

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

Additional Detail

Job Description:

Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia's capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a racially diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.

The Respiratory Therapy Faculty member is responsible for providing high-quality instruction and clinical education within the Respiratory Therapy Program while supporting student success, program development, and institutional initiatives. This full-time, 12-month faculty position teaches classroom, laboratory, and clinical courses in respiratory care, utilizing effective teaching strategies that promote student achievement of course objectives and program outcomes. Responsibilities include supervising clinical learning experiences, maintaining accurate student and clinical records, advising and mentoring students, participating in curriculum development and assessment, and collaborating with healthcare partners to ensure quality clinical experiences. Faculty are also expected to engage in professional development, serve on college and program committees, support accreditation standards, and contribute to the mission and goals of the college. Teaching assignments may include day and evening classes at multiple campus or off-campus locations, and travel to clinical affiliation sites is required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from a USDE-recognized accredited institution
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential
• Current Virginia RRT license (or eligibility)
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience as an RRT, including at least two (2) years in clinical respiratory care
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Additional Considerations:

• Minimum of two (2) years teaching experience in a CoARC-accredited program or as a clinical instructor/preceptor
• Formal training in teaching and learning practices
• Demonstrated ability to incorporate technology routinely into instructional and faculty responsibilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work with faculty, staff, and students.