Respiratory Clinical Educator

$40k Bonus

POSITION SUMMARY
Performs the functions of an educator, facilitator, change agent, leader, consultant and researcher in clinical area of expertise. Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of clinical orientation, competency, staff development and continuing education programs. Implements and evaluates educational programs and updates content for orientation, mentorship, competency, staff development and continuing education based on current evidenced-based practice. Ensures compliance with local, regional, state and national standards and guidelines for education. Creates an effective learning environment and leverages technological resources. Implements a variety of teaching strategies tailored to the learner's characteristics, learning needs, cultural and generational perspectives, and outcome objectives.

Reports on outcomes of all educational initiatives. Conducts surveys to gather feedback to improve future educational coursework and demonstrate program effectiveness. Makes recommendations for improvement to leadership. Participates in, and collaborates with, program accreditation activities and reporting.

Collaborates and maintains professional liaison with internal and external groups. Maintains certification and continuing education records. May assist team members participating in applicable internal Clinical development programs. May collaborate with discipline-specific leaders to develop and coordinate intern and fellowship programs. Collaborates with department leaders on quality and performance improvement projects related to clinical education initiatives.

Advocates for the professional development programs that support the needs of the learner and the organization. Participates in, and collaborates with, internal and external research initiatives. Performs literature searches and reviews; analyzes and summarizes relevant material.

Travels to other hospital and outpatient facilities to support site-specific initiatives during the implementation phase and for regulatory agency survey readiness. Performs related duties as required. May be required to assist with staffing needs occasionally.

The respiratory clinical educator will support organizational goals by providing quality customer service, participating in performance improvement efforts and demonstrating a commitment to teamwork and cooperation.

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited school of respiratory care required. Bachelor's degree required.
• LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care. BLS HCP required.
• EXPERIENCE: 3-5 years of progressive experience in education, management or leading projects required.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
Demonstrates the ability to perform the department-specific competencies as established on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Potential for exposure to the hazards and risk of the hospital environment, including exposure to infectious disease, hazardous substances, electromagnetic radiation and potential injury. This position requires sitting, standing, walking, stooping and crouching a majority of the workday. Some pushing, pulling and lifting of objects heavier than fifty pounds. Must be able to handle stressful situations as required.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
This position reports to the Senior Director for Respiratory Care.

The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.