What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Therapy Education Program Manager position at Medical City Dallas?
About Medical City Dallas
We are an 895 bed tertiary care center with over 1,500 physicians, many recognized as world leaders in their specialties. Our advanced medical facilities and commitment to excellence in patient care set us apart.
Role Summary
This is a Night shift position that plays a critical role in staff development and education. The Respiratory Therapy Education Specialist coordinates and/or performs staff development functions, including department specific needs assessment, goal setting, implementation methods, evaluation measures, and instruction of education activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Provides education support for staff, emphasizing assigned service line development.
- Interprets guidelines for continuing respiratory education based upon professional practice guidelines.
- Collaborates with Education to identify needs and plan education activities for professional growth.
- Recognizes the role of Clinical Educators in internship development and process improvement.
- Limited committee and special projects when appropriate.
- Acts as a role model for high-quality clinical skills.
- Implements the strategic plan of the department.
Requirements
The ideal candidate will have:
- A Bachelor's degree required, MS preferred.
- Graduation from an accredited school for respiratory care recognized by NBRC.
- Three or more years of direct patient care in the type of clinical area assigned.
- One or more years as a Respiratory Educator or extended history of initiative in education projects/programs.
- Credentialed as an RRT.
- Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS provider.
What We Offer
We offer a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. This includes comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance, and more.
We also offer free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing. Additionally, we provide a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), an Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock, fertility and family building benefits, referral services, consumer discounts, retirement readiness services, education assistance, a Colleague recognition program, the Time Away From Work Program, and an Employee Health Assistance Fund.
