"Part-Time Faculty-Clinical Respiratory Therapy"

Job Details

Part-Time Faculty-Clinical Respiratory Therapy

Job ID: 282604
Location: Georgia Southern - Savannah
Full/Part Time: Part Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!

Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

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Location

With more than 26,000 students and 141 degree programs, Georgia Southern University is the largest comprehensive university south of Atlanta. Our hands-on, practical approach to learning, and faculty dedicated to teaching, ensure you are prepared for your career and life after graduation.

Armstrong Campus
11935 Abercorn Street
Savannah, GA 31419

Note: Part-Time Clinical Instructors work exclusively at their assigned clinical sites.

Department Information

The Department of Clinical Sciences houses a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, including:

• BS Medical Laboratory Science
• BS and MS Communication Sciences and Disorders
• BS Radiologic Science
• BS Respiratory Therapy
• MS Athletic Training
• DPT Physical Therapy
• Clinical Specialist in Advanced Imaging Certificate
• Tactical Athlete Certificate

The Department of Clinical Sciences strives to develop healthcare professionals who are well-prepared to meet the evolving needs of varied individuals and communities. High-quality education is the cornerstone of our mission. We strive to cultivate the next generation of healthcare professionals who are well-versed in the latest scientific advancements and possess the empathy and clinical skills necessary for providing high-quality patient care.

Job Summary

The Department of Clinical Sciences is now accepting applications for a pool of part-time faculty to provide laboratory instruction for the 2025-2026 academic year. These positions are on an as-needed, semester-by-semester basis.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the department chair and the discipline specific program or clinical coordinator, the part-time clinical instructor position requires assisting supervising faculty who facilitate student learning in the respiratory therapy clinical setting. Job responsibilities may include directly or indirectly supervising students at the clinical facility, demonstrating skills and affective behaviors appropriate to the discipline, ensuring student and patient safety in the clinical environment, documenting and/or approving student time and attendance at the clinical practicum site, and evaluating students' clinical performance. The clinical instructor serves as the liaison between the clinical practicum site and the university and must be able to provide regular updates to the program regarding students' clinical performance.

Required Qualifications

• Must have active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential and an active Georgia Respiratory Care Professional (RCP) license
• Willingness to engage with institutional student success initiatives.
• Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development.
• At least one year of professional experience in the clinical setting

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher

Proposed Salary

Commensurate with experience.

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least two professional references. Other documentation may be requested.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Contact Information

For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Hannah Beriault, Search Chair, hberiault@georgiasouthern.edu

For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or oneusgsupport@usg.edu.