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Position Overview

Director of Clinical Education - Respiratory Therapy

Compensation: $90,000-100,000 per year

The Director Clinical Education, Respiratory Therapy oversees the coordination and availability of clinical placement sites to ensure high-quality experiential learning for students. This role is responsible for preparing students for clinical assignments through instructional support, lab practice, and classroom education, as well as managing required pre-placement processes such as scheduling, physicals, background checks, and drug testing to meet clinical site requirements.

What You'll Do

Plan, implement, evaluate, and document clinical education experiences in alignment with approved curriculum and program outcomes

Enforce and drive clinical education objectives that support student competency development and learning expectations

Coordinate clinical education activities to align with didactic instruction and program scheduling needs

Evaluate clinical education sites to confirm appropriate learning environments and instructional resources

Conduct and document regular clinical site visits to assess student progress and achievement of clinical objectives

Support quality assurance activities including data collection, reporting, program review, and advisory committee participation

Establish and maintain clinical affiliation agreements that meet institutional, regulatory, and program requirements

Supervise clinical education activities to ensure consistent application of program policies and procedures

Monitor and verify student compliance with health, background, and regulatory requirements prior to clinical placement

Oversee clinical instruction and supervision to ensure students meet program completion and licensure readiness requirements

Establish/maintain a high performance team of professional, motivated and engaged staff utilizing effective training, performance management and career-development activities while leading them to achieve established business results and performance metrics

Recognizes and rewards employee contributions and achievements

Other duties as assigned

What You'll Bring

Education and Experience Requirements

Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy and a Bachelor's degree in any field (required)

Minimum of four (4) years experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist, with two (2) years in clinical respiratory care and two (2) years as a faculty member or clinical preceptor in an accredited respiratory therapy program

Direct and specialized knowledge in the area of instruction (required)

Experience with education students in a clinical setting (preferred)

Skills

Expertise in the area of assignment that demonstrates the skills needed to provide instruction

Build rapport with students, clinical partners, and colleagues, fostering a positive learning environment

Flexibility to stay current with industry advancements and incorporate new knowledge into teaching practices

Competence in evaluating student performance and providing constructive feedback

Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective instruction and interaction with students and colleagues

Commitment to ongoing learning and participation in professional growth opportunities

Strong communication, organization, interpersonal, problem-solving, and counseling skills

Proficiency in curriculum development, teaching methodology, supervision, instruction, evaluation, and guidance

Create new and better ways for the organization to succeed

Develop people to achieve their goals and support organizational success

Navigate complex policies, processes, and organizational dynamics with ease

Operate effectively in uncertainty and ambiguity

Work independently, escalating complex or high-impact issues

Drive innovation to improve organizational success

Develop others to achieve individual and organizational goals

Navigate complex organizational dynamics with confidence

Perform effectively amid uncertainty and ambiguity

Work Environment

This position is designated as On Campus or On site; Work environments may include exposure to student learning environments with a variety of conditions. Employees must be able to follow all safety precautions including the use of personal-protective equipment. Employees must also be able to adhere to site-specific safety procedures.

Overnight and/or Local travel required (up to 10%)

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About Us

Universal Technical Institute, Inc. is a national leader in workforce solutions for transportation, skilled trades and healthcare/dental. Across our two brands, Universal Technical Institute (UTI) and Concorde Career Colleges, we share a common purpose: to prepare students for careers in high-demand fields. Just as we invest in our students’ futures, we invest in our people by creating opportunities to grow, contribute and build rewarding careers while making a lasting difference in the lives of students, employers and the communities we serve.