Assistant/Associate Professor of Instruction and Director of Clinical Education for Respiratory Therapy
Company:
Ohio University
Job Location:
Athens, 45701-2979
Category:
Respiratory Care
Type:
Full-Time
Applications Accepted From
Public: Open to the Public
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete the online application and attach required documents. Required documents include a detailed cover letter, current resume/CV, a list of at least three (3) professional references with current contact details (including email addresses), a Statement of Teaching Philosophy, and unofficial transcripts.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.
The position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by December 1, 2025
This position is being posted as an Assistant/Associate Professor of Instruction. The Rank of Associate Professor of Instruction can be negotiated with the finalist, based on their education, experience, and academic credentials.
This position is eligible for the following benefits
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.
Posting Number: 20162978F
Job Description
Ohio University Regional Higher Education, Lancaster campus and the College of Heath Sciences and Professions, invite applications for the Director of Clinical Education, Respiratory Therapy position. This role has responsibilities for the day-to-day oversight of all clinical aspects of the program. This is a full-time 12-month faculty position.
Responsibilities include but not limited to:
Coordinate all clinical aspects of the respiratory therapy/care program activities with the Director of Respiratory Therapy; provide instruction through clinical and didactic education; and maintain clinical evaluation for effectiveness of the program.
Provide direct and indirect supervision of students while at clinical sites.
Develop clinical schedules, syllabi and orientation information.
Evaluate and provide guidance to clinical instructors/preceptors to ensure consistency and quality of student clinical experiences.
Oversee the collection, record maintenance, and reporting of all documentation required by clinical sites, including but not limited to immunization records, criminal background screenings, drug screenings, federal exclusion lists, BLS certification, HIPAA training and compliance, and Standard Precaution training and compliance.
Ensure all clinical education components comply with standards for accreditation with Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC).
Engage in ongoing professional development to maintain clinical expertise and educational competencies.
Secure and maintain clinical site agreements.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy.
Minimum of four (4) years of work experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist including at least two (2) years in clinical respiratory care.
Minimum of two (2) years of experience teaching either as an appointed faculty member in a CoARC-accredited respiratory care program or as a clinical instructor/preceptor for student in such programs.
Must hold a valid Registered Therapy (RRT) credential and current unencumbered state license.
Preferred Qualifications
Masters or Doctorate in Respiratory Therapy or related field.
Department
LNCSTR Health and Human Services
Pay Rate: Commensurate with credentials. Employees also enjoy a generous benefits package which includes health benefits, paid time off, and educational benefits for employees and eligible dependents.
Job Open Date
10/31/2025
Posting Close Date
The position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by December 1, 2025.
Job Category: Instructional and Clinical Faculty
Months
12 month
Planning Unit: Regional Higher Education
Campus: Lancaster
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Grant Gerwit, ggerwit@ohio.edu
Non-Discrimination Statement
Ohio University is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.
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Public: Open to the Public
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete the online application and attach required documents. Required documents include a detailed cover letter, current resume/CV, a list of at least three (3) professional references with current contact details (including email addresses), a Statement of Teaching Philosophy, and unofficial transcripts.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.
The position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by December 1, 2025
This position is being posted as an Assistant/Associate Professor of Instruction. The Rank of Associate Professor of Instruction can be negotiated with the finalist, based on their education, experience, and academic credentials.
This position is eligible for the following benefits
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.
Posting Number: 20162978F
Job Description
Ohio University Regional Higher Education, Lancaster campus and the College of Heath Sciences and Professions, invite applications for the Director of Clinical Education, Respiratory Therapy position. This role has responsibilities for the day-to-day oversight of all clinical aspects of the program. This is a full-time 12-month faculty position.
Responsibilities include but not limited to:
Coordinate all clinical aspects of the respiratory therapy/care program activities with the Director of Respiratory Therapy; provide instruction through clinical and didactic education; and maintain clinical evaluation for effectiveness of the program.
Provide direct and indirect supervision of students while at clinical sites.
Develop clinical schedules, syllabi and orientation information.
Evaluate and provide guidance to clinical instructors/preceptors to ensure consistency and quality of student clinical experiences.
Oversee the collection, record maintenance, and reporting of all documentation required by clinical sites, including but not limited to immunization records, criminal background screenings, drug screenings, federal exclusion lists, BLS certification, HIPAA training and compliance, and Standard Precaution training and compliance.
Ensure all clinical education components comply with standards for accreditation with Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC).
Engage in ongoing professional development to maintain clinical expertise and educational competencies.
Secure and maintain clinical site agreements.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy.
Minimum of four (4) years of work experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist including at least two (2) years in clinical respiratory care.
Minimum of two (2) years of experience teaching either as an appointed faculty member in a CoARC-accredited respiratory care program or as a clinical instructor/preceptor for student in such programs.
Must hold a valid Registered Therapy (RRT) credential and current unencumbered state license.
Preferred Qualifications
Masters or Doctorate in Respiratory Therapy or related field.
Department
LNCSTR Health and Human Services
Pay Rate: Commensurate with credentials. Employees also enjoy a generous benefits package which includes health benefits, paid time off, and educational benefits for employees and eligible dependents.
Job Open Date
10/31/2025
Posting Close Date
The position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by December 1, 2025.
Job Category: Instructional and Clinical Faculty
Months
12 month
Planning Unit: Regional Higher Education
Campus: Lancaster
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Grant Gerwit, ggerwit@ohio.edu
Non-Discrimination Statement
Ohio University is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.
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