Respiratory Therapy Program Director, Chuck Lorre ...

Respiratory Therapy Program Director, Chuck Lorre School of Allied HealthThis role is designed to be 100% onsite, giving you the opportunity to collaborate closely with your team and immerse yourself in the energy of our workplace. Please note that hybrid or remote work options are NOT available for this position at this time.The Allied Health School Respiratory Therapy Program Director for the Cedars-Sinai Allied Health School (AHS) within the Cedars-Sinai Health Sciences University (HSU) is an educational leader in their clinical field and provides overall management and direction for educational initiatives. The AHS Respiratory Therapy Program Director provides strategic leadership in areas of innovation, community partnership, development opportunities, budgetary and compliance oversight.The AHS Program Director also plays a role in Educator development and coordination, offering mentorship and fostering an environment conducive to creativity and responsibility. In addition, will support students including guidance for students who need educational and/or psychological support.Primary Duties And ResponsibilitiesOversees and manages the day-to day operations of the Allied Health programs. Provides leadership and strategic direction for clinical program within the Allied Health School. Develops and implements strategic plans for the growth and improvement of the program.Plans, develops, coordinates, and implements assessment, accreditation, and academic program review activities and continuously monitors progress toward identified goals to support continual accreditation of the AHS.Leads the admissions process, including setting criteria, evaluating applications, and management of the admissions process. Identifies and targets key student populations for recruitment and retention in accordance with our DEI initiatives.Manages the program’s budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and fiscal responsibility. Oversees staff salaries, equipment purchases and operational costs.Oversees student and academic progress, advising, and support services. Fosters an environment of academic excellence and innovation.Recruits, hire, mentors, and evaluates Educators within the program. Provides technical and professional guidance and development of the AHS Educator and other personnel and ensures curriculum aligns with healthcare trends and meets accreditation standards.Addresses student relations, educational and interpersonal issues outside of direct teaching and learning.Team Lead/Supervisory/MResponsible for hiring, onboarding, managing schedules, personnel actions, performance reviews, and performance improvement plans.Plans, leads, and directs work of staff to ensure goals and objectives are completed within established budget and deadlines are met.Supervises the day-to-day work of employees, assigns work, ensures tasks are completed and deadlines are met.QualificationsMaster’s Degree in applicable field required. Doctoral Degree in applicable field preferred.5 years of Clinical and/or technical experience in hospital setting.3 years Teaching, precepting and/or mentoring experienceLicenses and Certifications:RCP State License: Must be currently licensed by the State of California as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP).Basic Life Support (BLS): Current BLS certification.Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS): Current PALS required to work in the Emergency Department.Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS/ALS): Current ACLS certification current & valid at all timesNeonatal Resuscitation Program: Current Neonatal Resuscitation ProgramRegistered Resp Therapist: RRT current & valid at all timesAllied Health Instructor (AHI): Certified by American Medical Technologist as an Allied Health Instructor (AHI) #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-08