Curriculum & Program Developer for Respiratory Therapy– AAS

Description

Curriculum & Program Developer for Respiratory Therapy– AAS Salary : $77.25 hourly Classification : Part-Time Exempt Reports to : Dean of Nursing and Allied Health

Applications will be reviewed continuously until the vacancy is filled. The purpose of a Curriculum and Program Developer for the Respiratory Therapy Program is to plan, design, and implement a new Respiratory Therapy Associate in Arts and Science Degree at Olympic College. This position plays a critical role in creating a program that meets accreditation standards, state licensure requirements, and workforce needs while aligning with the college’s mission to expand access to healthcare education. This position plays a key role in conducting a feasibility study, designing curriculum, aligning with accreditation standards, and preparing for program launch, with the goal of addressing local and regional workforce needs in respiratory care.

Essential Functions

Analyze clinical site availability, faculty recruitment potential, and infrastructure readiness.

Prepare internal reports and recommendations for program viability.

Design program curriculum in alignment with Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) standards.

Develop course outlines, syllabi, and student learning outcomes.

Identify appropriate clinical competencies and design lab / clinical experiences to support skill development.

Develop documentation to support submission of the Letter of Intent and Accreditation Application to CoARC.

Assist in aligning the program with state licensure requirements, National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) credentialing standards, and institutional academic policies.

Support preparation for initial site visits and institutional approvals.

Establish an Advisory Committee composed of local RT professionals, healthcare employers, and academic stakeholders.

Build clinical affiliation agreements with hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities for student placement.

Serve as liaison with accrediting agencies, professional associations, and licensing bodies as needed.

Identify and recommend facility, equipment, and technology needs for didactic, simulation, and clinical lab spaces.

Collaborate with facilities and procurement teams to develop equipment and capital needs lists.

Contribute to grant writing, budget development, and funding acquisition for program implementation and sustainability.

Assist in preparing financial projections for staffing, equipment, and operational needs.

Provide regular status reports to the Dean and senior leadership.

Work collaboratively with instructional designers, faculty, and curriculum committees to align with college-wide standards.

Prepare program documents for internal and external approval processes.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate Degree in respiratory therapy.
• Possess an unencumbered, active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential and state license (or eligibility).
• Minimum 3 years of clinical experience as an RRT.
• Experience in program or curriculum development, preferably in higher education or healthcare training.
• Knowledge of CoARC accreditation standards and program design requirements.

Desired Qualifications

Additional Information

Terms of Employment

Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered.

This is a part-time exempt position scheduled to work Monday through Friday. The salary for this position is $77.25 an hour, which includes a generous benefits package that includes the following.

Medical / vision, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental dismemberment, Flexible Spending Arrangement, Dependent Care Assistance Program, Wellness Programs, SBRP retirement plan administered by TIAA, Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, 11 paid holidays, leave – vacation / sick / personal holiday, Aflac, auto / home insurance, space available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate and priority consideration on-site child care on a space available.

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Conditions of Employment

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required WB HB 2327.

The employee must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of the campus to respond to workplace reporting requirements at the time of hiring. Frequent travel to Olympic College campuses or other sites may occur.

How To Apply

To be considered for this position a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials :

Olympic College Online Application

Resume

Cover Letter - in your cover letter describe how your experience sets you apart for this position.

Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will be required of the successful candidate.

EEO Statement

Olympic College provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. Accommodation inquiries can be sent to : HRticket@olympic.edu . This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed or modified without notice.