Posting Details
Posting Summary Working Title: Respiratory Therapy Lab Instructor Role Title: Adjunct Instructor Role Code: 01011-SW FLSA Exempt Pay Band: UG Position Number: 299A0000 Agency: J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College Division: J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College Div Work Location: Richmond City - 760 Hiring Range: Salary commensurate with the education and experience of the applicant Emergency: Essential Personnel EEO Category: I-Faculty Full Time or Part Time: Part Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference Work Schedule: May require evening availability depending on course scheduling. Sensitive Position: No Job Description
Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginias 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.
Responsibilities:
• 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.
Required Qualifications
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. Additional Considerations: Associate or Bachelors degree in Respiratory Therapy.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number: ADJ_2938P Recruitment Type: General Public - G Number of Vacancies: 0-10 Position End Date: if temporary Job Open Date: 01052026 Job Close Date: 12312026 Open Until Filled: Yes Agency Website: www.reynolds.edu Contact Name: Reynolds HR Email: HR@reynolds.edu Phone Number: 804-523-5249 Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Information: This pool will be utilized on an as-needed basis. Your application will remain active 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.
Background Check Statement
Disclaimer: The selected candidates 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, and other checks requested by the VCCS, such as I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealths Statement of Economic Interest.
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA) and the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act (ADAAA) to provide reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
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.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/91694
Supplemental Questions
Do you have at least an Associate Degree or at least two years of relevant experience? Yes No
Do you have at least 2 years of experience teaching either as a faculty member in a CoARC-accredited respiratory care program or as a clinical instructor/preceptor for students in respiratory care or an academician with experience in clinical respiratory care, healthcare research, pulmonary medicine, healthcare administration, or subject directly related to degree conferred by the program? Yes No
Are you a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)? Yes No
How many years of experience do you have as a Registered Respiratory Therapist? None 1-2 years 3-6 years 7-10 years 11 or more years
Applicant Documents
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