What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Therapy Lab Instructor position at J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College?
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.
We are seeking a knowledgeable and motivated Adjunct Faculty Lab Instructor for RTH 110-Fundamental Theory and Procedures for Respiratory Care to provide hands-on instruction in respiratory therapy laboratory sessions. This role involves guiding students through essential respiratory therapy procedures, ensuring competency in fundamental skills, and fostering a supportive learning environment. The instructor will work closely with faculty to align lab instruction with course objectives and program standards.
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- Conduct lab sessions for RTH 110, focusing on fundamental respiratory therapy skills such as patient assessment, oxygen therapy, airway management, and basic ventilation techniques.
- Demonstrate proper use of respiratory therapy equipment, ensuring students develop proficiency in handling and troubleshooting devices.
- Supervise students as they practice hands-on techniques, providing real-time feedback and performance evaluations.
- Reinforce key concepts from didactic coursework, ensuring students apply theoretical knowledge to clinical scenarios.
- Maintain a safe and organized lab environment, ensuring compliance with institutional and program safety protocols.
- Assess student performance through practical evaluations, check-offs, and competency assessments.
- Collaborate with full-time faculty to align lab activities with the overall curriculum and accreditation standards.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to students, fostering professional development and confidence in clinical skills.
- Document student progress and provide feedback to support their learning experience.
- Stay current with advancements in respiratory therapy and incorporate best practices into lab instruction.
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
- Licensure/Certification: Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with a current Virginia license.
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in respiratory therapy; prior teaching, preceptor, or lab instruction experience is preferred.
- Skills: Strong communication, instructional, and hands-on demonstration skills. Ability to engage students and adapt teaching methods to different learning styles.
- Technology: Experience using HyFlex Technology or willingness to learn.
- Education: Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy.
This pool will be utilized on an as-needed basis. Your application will remain active until December 31, 2025; or until the position is no longer needed. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future. Confirmation of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire.
Reasonable accommodations provided to applicants upon request.
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of an extensive criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment), and other checks requested by the VCCS such as I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
The Virginia Community College System, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.
The Virginia Community College System is accepting applications for the following position: Go to jobs.vccs.edu for more information and to apply. Applications only accepted online. Full background check required. The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer and auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
