Professor of Respiratory Care/Coordinator
Oklahoma City Community College

Job Info

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Posting Number:

Faculty_0401769

Classification Title:

Faculty 10 Month

Working Title:

Professor of Respiratory Care/Coordinator

Datatel Position ID:

HEPR4PRORESP1A

Annual Hours:

10 Month

Placement Range:

$58,362 - $65,514

Position Type:

Regular

General Description:

A faculty member at Oklahoma City Community College has the primary responsibility of instruction. Secondary responsibilities include supporting the integrity of curricula, encouraging student success, service to the college/community and promoting the mission of the academic division to which the faculty member belongs as well as the College as a whole.

This position is a Safety Sensitive position and subject to mandatory pre-employment and random drug testing.

Professor of Respiratory Care/Coordinator is responsible for teaching an instructional program in respiratory care (RC). Instructs students in theory, professionalism, and clinical competencies necessary for credentialing and licensure. Works collaboratively as a team member in the Division of Health Professions.

Reports To:

Dean of Health Professions

What position(s) reports to this position?:

None

Minimum Education/Experience:

Associate's Degree

Must hold a valid Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential and current state license.

Minimum (4) years' experience as a RRT with at least two years' experience in clinical respiratory care.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Demonstrated positive human relations and communication skills

Basic computer skills, proficient in the use of Microsoft Office or similar software

Flexible teaching style to accommodate individual learning styles

Committed to helping students achieve their goals to be successful and attain a college education

Knowledge of or willingness to learn computer programs used in the department and on campus

Organization and attention to detail

Support and willingness to teach in a competency-based instructional system

Ability to work independently and coordinate work with colleagues and peers

Ability to work well as a team member in an instructional unit

Ability to communicate and articulate concepts in an organized manner both verbally and in writing

Ability to read and understand content in order to assist students when they are having difficulty interpreting concepts

Ability to interact in an effective and encouraging manner with students individually and in groups

Ability to be available for office hours and provide means of communication with supervisor(s) and/or the department or division office

Must be punctual

Must be reliable

Knowledge of legislative, regulatory, legal and practice issues affecting clinical education, students, and the profession of Respiratory Therapist

Physical Demands/Working Conditions:

1. GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Light work: The person in this position may occasionally exert up to 20 pounds of force to move objects.

2. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:
This position requires the person to frequently communicate with and listen to students, patients, faculty, staff, and others to perform the essential functions of the position. Must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations.This position requires the person to frequently move about the classroom and lab area to assist students and perform the essential functions of the position.This position requires the person to frequently remain in a standing and stationary position.This position requires the person to frequently operate equipment that frequently involves repetitive motions of hands and wrists.This position frequently requires the person to operate a computer, other office equipment and mobile devices to prepare instructional documents, answer email correspondence, and complete other activities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.This position requires the person to frequently use upper and lower body to exert force up to 20 pounds to push, pull, grasp, and/or lift materials or equipment.This position requires the person to perceive attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.This position requires the person to frequently position self to work with classroom and lab equipment to instruct or assist students and patients.

3. VISUAL ACUITY:
This position requires the person to judge, observe and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations.

4. WORKING CONDITIONS
This position's essential functions are performed in an indoor, classroom, office, and lab area.The person in this position will be exposed to infectious diseases.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree

Clinical coordination experience

Required Training:

Maintain CPR certification from the American Heart Association every two years.

Maintain compliance for required immunizations.

Safety-sensitive position requiring background and drug testing.

Quarterly Institutional training as assisgned

Work Hours:

This is a full-time position. Teaching schedules can include online, days, nights and/or weekends. Required institutional activities (other than attendance at commencement) usually occur in the classic eight-to-five Monday through Friday work week

Department:

Division of Health Prof.

Job Open Date:

07/22/2024

Open Until Filled:

No

HR Contact:

Beth Holmes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants are to thoroughly complete the online application and attach the following required documents: cover letter, resume, transcript conferring highest degree and copy of RRT license. Please attache copy of RRT license using "Other Document"

Applicants who do not attach the required documents will not be considered for the position.

For application assistance, please contact Human Resources at (405) 682-7542, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

Job Duties (Position Specific):

(The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

Job Duties (Duties Assignment Statement):

Teaches students using instructional methods consistent with effective teaching strategies in the educational setting.

Utilizes Learning Activity Packets (LAPs) and a variety of instructional materials to enhance the delivery of instruction to accommodate student's learning styles.

Evaluates student achievement based on tests and lab skill check-offs according to grading policies and procedures.

Maintains accurate student records including attendance and academic progress in the attendance and computer grade book system.

Serves as a professional role model for students by involvement and support in professional development activities and in professional organizations.

Provides student instruction and supervision in the clinical setting.

Assigns students to learning experiences based on clinical objectives and individual learning needs.

Provides instructional leadership at the clinical site and portrays a professional role model for students.

Develops and maintains rapport and communication with clinical affiliate adjunct faculty.

Evaluates student's performance based on clinical objectives, daily clinical planners, and grading criteria

Organizes and develops curriculum to implement competency-based instruction.

Works cooperatively with the accrediting agencies, the community and other school departments to accomplish the stated goals of the program and the Health Sciences Center.

Assists in completing Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education and school reports including student follow-up and job placement.

Works cooperatively with the advisory committee and the health community to prepare students for employment and to maintain positive business and industry relationships.

Maintains professional credentials and licensure.

Maintains/documents current personal health records and required vaccinations.

Perform such other tasks and assume other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time, including participation in professional organization activities, teacher training, school committees, staff development, faculty meetings, recruitment activities etc.

Other duties as assigned.

Job Duties (Safety / Policy & Procedures):

Abide by the policies and procedures published in the Board of Regents Policies and College Policies & Procedures

Contribute to a safe educational & working environment.

Adhere to established safety and health procedures and practices for the purpose of providing injury and illness prevention for self and others.

Complete quarterly health and safety training pursuant to OCCC's established safety and health procedures and practices.

Participate in all applicable OCCC emergency, evacuation, shelter in place drills, and be prepared to take action and assist others in taking appropriate action should a health or safety emergency occur.

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