The Sullivan University System
Program Director - Respiratory Therapy
The Sullivan University System, Louisville, Kentucky, us, 40201
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Sullivan University is an organization that is truly committed to making a difference. We host a wide variety of career opportunities, offer a family-oriented culture, and invest in our employees.
Join us if you want:
Internal Mobility
The Opportunity to Make a Difference in the Lives of our Students
Professional Training and Development
Individual Coaching
A Diverse and Positive Work Environment
To Support Local Charities through the Sullivan Cares Program
What Can We Offer YOU?
90% Tuition Discount through the Master’s degree level for the employee and 40% dependent discount after 1 year of employment (dependent discount increases to 90% after 3 years)
A Generous Benefits Package with Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Long-Term Care, Short Term Care, Auto, and Home Insurance.
401K
Competitive Salary
11 Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Employee Referral Bonus
Employee Discounts at Local Restaurants and Venues
Comprehensive Wellness Program
We are currently looking for a full-time Respiratory Therapy Program Director. The Program Director is responsible for assisting the Dean with the management of instructors, curriculum and educational resources for the efficient and effective operation of the assigned academic area to achieve the mission of the academic area and the institution. The program director is responsible for program effectiveness, including outcomes, organization, administration, continuous review, planning and development.
Responsibilities of the position include:
Provides effective and progressive leadership for departmental and inter-departmental faculty
Assesses the hiring needs of department and works with program coordinators to staff courses for each term
Mentors and trains new and existing faculty for continuous development
Meets periodically with departmental faculty, both full and part time
Reviews departmental funding requests of faculty
Conducts periodic evaluations of faculty in the department
Works with administrative assistants to coordinate class coverage for departmental faculty (day and evening) when absences occur
Provides Registrar with proposals for course schedule each term
Communicates frequently with departmental counterparts on the main campus to ensure the consistency of curriculum and policy
Evaluates syllabi of all departmental faculty to maintain academic integrity and consistency
Coordinates and participates in student advising for day, evening, and weekend students, conducting advising sessions and attending registration sessions
Presents departmental program information and scheduling advice at new student orientations
Presents departmental program information as requested
Coordinates advisory board meetings for each program in the department
Participates in professional activities, memberships, and conferences as permitted by university schedule and budget
Demonstrates professionalism and a student-centered focus at all times
Ensures academic rigor of courses by assessing and evaluating student progress on competency exam.
Works with members of the Student Success team to track at-risk students
Provides service to the university and the community as defined in the College of Allied Health workload policy
Instructs the appropriate number of classes per term as defined by the College of Allied Health workload policy
Works with the Clinical/Practicum coordinator to select and approve practicum sites, coordinate practicum education, ensure documentation for practicum performance, ensure orientation to program’s requirements for personnel who supervise and instruct students, coordinate the assignment of students to practicum sites.
Assists in providing accommodations to students with ADA issues and ensuring faculty involvement when appropriate.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements of the position include:
Minimum of a Master’s Degree in respective (or related) discipline.
RRT credential and current state license
Minimum of 4 years RRT experience with at least 2 years of clinical respiratory care experience
Two years of experience as a faculty member in an institution of higher education as:
Appointed faculty in a CoARC respiratory care program OR
Clinical instruction/preceptor for student in a CoARC accredited respiratory care program
Be willing to complete the CoARC Key Personnel Training Program shortly after hire
An equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered.
Knowledgeable in programmatic material for department including academic institution and academic curriculum.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of retention
Knowledge of admissions policies and procedures.
Knowledge of diverse populations and cultures.
Good managerial and organizational skills.
Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills required.
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft programs such as Excel, Word, Outlook, and Explorer required.
Expertise in technology relevant to the discipline.
Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously and efficiently while meeting required deadlines.
Ability to maintain concentration and attention to detail while working for extended periods of time.
Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.
Must be able to hear and speak well enough to communicate with students, faculty, and staff face to face and via the telephone.
This job description lists the major responsibilities of the job title listed. By no means is the job limited only to the responsibilities listed. Cooperation between employees is expected during periods of heavier than normal workloads and revisions to these duties on either a temporary or permanent basis is possible.
The Sullivan University System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Sullivan University is an organization that is truly committed to making a difference. We host a wide variety of career opportunities, offer a family-oriented culture, and invest in our employees.
Join us if you want:
Internal Mobility
The Opportunity to Make a Difference in the Lives of our Students
Professional Training and Development
Individual Coaching
A Diverse and Positive Work Environment
To Support Local Charities through the Sullivan Cares Program
What Can We Offer YOU?
90% Tuition Discount through the Master’s degree level for the employee and 40% dependent discount after 1 year of employment (dependent discount increases to 90% after 3 years)
A Generous Benefits Package with Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Long-Term Care, Short Term Care, Auto, and Home Insurance.
401K
Competitive Salary
11 Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Employee Referral Bonus
Employee Discounts at Local Restaurants and Venues
Comprehensive Wellness Program
We are currently looking for a full-time Respiratory Therapy Program Director. The Program Director is responsible for assisting the Dean with the management of instructors, curriculum and educational resources for the efficient and effective operation of the assigned academic area to achieve the mission of the academic area and the institution. The program director is responsible for program effectiveness, including outcomes, organization, administration, continuous review, planning and development.
Responsibilities of the position include:
Provides effective and progressive leadership for departmental and inter-departmental faculty
Assesses the hiring needs of department and works with program coordinators to staff courses for each term
Mentors and trains new and existing faculty for continuous development
Meets periodically with departmental faculty, both full and part time
Reviews departmental funding requests of faculty
Conducts periodic evaluations of faculty in the department
Works with administrative assistants to coordinate class coverage for departmental faculty (day and evening) when absences occur
Provides Registrar with proposals for course schedule each term
Communicates frequently with departmental counterparts on the main campus to ensure the consistency of curriculum and policy
Evaluates syllabi of all departmental faculty to maintain academic integrity and consistency
Coordinates and participates in student advising for day, evening, and weekend students, conducting advising sessions and attending registration sessions
Presents departmental program information and scheduling advice at new student orientations
Presents departmental program information as requested
Coordinates advisory board meetings for each program in the department
Participates in professional activities, memberships, and conferences as permitted by university schedule and budget
Demonstrates professionalism and a student-centered focus at all times
Ensures academic rigor of courses by assessing and evaluating student progress on competency exam.
Works with members of the Student Success team to track at-risk students
Provides service to the university and the community as defined in the College of Allied Health workload policy
Instructs the appropriate number of classes per term as defined by the College of Allied Health workload policy
Works with the Clinical/Practicum coordinator to select and approve practicum sites, coordinate practicum education, ensure documentation for practicum performance, ensure orientation to program’s requirements for personnel who supervise and instruct students, coordinate the assignment of students to practicum sites.
Assists in providing accommodations to students with ADA issues and ensuring faculty involvement when appropriate.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements of the position include:
Minimum of a Master’s Degree in respective (or related) discipline.
RRT credential and current state license
Minimum of 4 years RRT experience with at least 2 years of clinical respiratory care experience
Two years of experience as a faculty member in an institution of higher education as:
Appointed faculty in a CoARC respiratory care program OR
Clinical instruction/preceptor for student in a CoARC accredited respiratory care program
Be willing to complete the CoARC Key Personnel Training Program shortly after hire
An equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered.
Knowledgeable in programmatic material for department including academic institution and academic curriculum.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of retention
Knowledge of admissions policies and procedures.
Knowledge of diverse populations and cultures.
Good managerial and organizational skills.
Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills required.
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft programs such as Excel, Word, Outlook, and Explorer required.
Expertise in technology relevant to the discipline.
Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously and efficiently while meeting required deadlines.
Ability to maintain concentration and attention to detail while working for extended periods of time.
Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.
Must be able to hear and speak well enough to communicate with students, faculty, and staff face to face and via the telephone.
This job description lists the major responsibilities of the job title listed. By no means is the job limited only to the responsibilities listed. Cooperation between employees is expected during periods of heavier than normal workloads and revisions to these duties on either a temporary or permanent basis is possible.
The Sullivan University System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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