Job Description
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 Respiratory Therapy Program Director will be responsible for maintaining a student-centered environment, managing resources effectively, and ensure compliance with accreditation standards while advancing the academic mission of the program.
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.
In partnership with HSU and AHS leadership the AHS Program Director will manage the recruitment and selection process of incoming students and will support other key initiatives and activities within the AHS.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Oversees 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. Researches and identifies trends to establish program direction and create operational and administrative policies, tools and educational resources to support students.
- 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. Ensures the program complies with all local, state, and national accreditation requirements. Prepares for and leads accreditation reviews and site visits. Serves as the direct contact for internal and external accrediting bodies, interfacing with accreditation and community stakeholders as it relates to accreditation and program data.
- 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. Develops key performance indicators and metrics to drive the assessment and advancement of the clinical or technical program growth including recruiting, marketing to increase enrollment, and promotions.
- Manages the program's budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and fiscal responsibility. Oversees staff salaries, equipment purchases and operational costs. Prepares financial reports and tracks expenditures to ensure program sustainability. Manages the use of grant funds and ensures compliance with all grant requirements. Reviews and ensures accurate completion and timely submission of governmental, university, and other reports as required, with respect to assigned areas of responsibilities.
- Oversees student and academic progress, advising, and support services. Fosters an environment of academic excellence and innovation. Plans, develops, and implements various special projects as assigned; plans, coordinates, promotes and facilitates special events, programs, and/or activities.
- 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/Management Responsibilities:
- Responsible 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.
Qualifications Requirements:
- Master'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 experience
Licenses 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 times
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program: Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- Registered Resp Therapist: RRT current & valid at all times
- Allied Health Instructor (AHI): Certified by American Medical Technologist as an Allied Health Instructor (AHI)
Req ID : 4868
Working Title : Respiratory Therapy Program Director, Allied Health School
Department : Graduate Research Education
Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category : Academic / Research
Job Specialty : Academic/Research Services
Overtime Status : EXEMPT
Primary Shift : Day
Shift Duration : 8 hour
Base Pay : $50.48 - $80.77
