Title: Respiratory Care Clinical Director
Position Type: Academic/Professional
Department: College of Technology Health Professions
Closing Date: Screening Begins Immediately and will continue until the position is filled
Start Date: January 1, 2010
Entry Rate: DOE
Benefits: Medical Insurance/Mandatory Retirement/Professional Development/Partial Tuition Waiver/Wellness
Primary Functions

Teaching will be in the areas of organizing, administering, reviewing, planning, developing, and the general effectiveness of clinical experiences for students enrolled in the Respiratory Care program.

The Director of Clinical Education is a faculty member in the Respiratory Care program and is assigned appropriate didactic, and clinical teachingresponsibilities.
Qualifications

  • The Director of Clinical Education must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and eligible to obtain a professional license for the State of Montana.
  • Must possess a baccalaureate degree.
  • Have a minimum of four (4) years experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist, of which at least two (2) years should have been spent in clinical respiratory care.
  • Two (2) years in a teaching position for an accredited respiratory care program is preferred.
  • Formal teacher, training/experience and recent clinical experience in critical care is recommended.
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    Program Overview/Environment

    The City of Missoula offers a rich and vibrant home to The University of Montana and an abundance of both cultural and outdoor opportunities. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic program and to live in a location many view as a vacation destination. Mountains, lakes, and rivers provide the backdrop for your continued professional growth. Additional information on both The University of Montana and the city of Missoula can be found at the following links:

    http://www.umt.edu

    http://www.ci.missoula.mt.us
    How To Apply/Submitting Materials

    Please submit the following materials:

    Letter of application, current vitae, official academic transcripts, documentation showing evidence of attained qualifications, and names and addresses of three current professional references.

    Dean's Office
    The University of Montana College of Technology
    909 South Avenue West
    Missoula, MT 59801
    Email: Deans.office@umontana.edu


    Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background investigation. This position announcement can be made available in alternative formats upon request.
  • Background Check Authorization
  • Self-Identification


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    Notices & Disclaimers

    Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of Employment
    In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.

    ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference
    Qualified candidates must be able to meet minimum requirements and perform the primary functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. As an Equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, Vietnam era veterans, and women. This material is available in an alternative format upon request. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ preference in accordance with state law.

    References
    *References in addition to those listed on the application may be contacted without applicant's prior approval.

    Testing
    Individual hiring departments at UM-M may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions.