Respiratory Therapist Instructor; Part-Time

Respiratory Therapist Instructor (Part-Time)

Location:

Las Vegas, NV (Las Vegas Campus) | On-Site Type:
Part-Time (16 Hours per Week) | Non-Exempt Department:
Respiratory Therapy Program Compensation: $31.00 – $38.75 per hour

Location: Las Vegas, NV (Las Vegas Campus) |
On-Site

Type: Part-Time (16 Hours per Week) | Non-Exempt

Department: Respiratory Therapy Program

Compensation: $31.00 – $38.75 per hour

Shape the future of respiratory care! Pima Medical Institute is seeking a dedicated Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join our CoARC-accredited Las Vegas program as a Part-Time Respiratory Therapist Instructor (16 hours/week).

In this role, you will transition your clinical expertise from the bedside to the classroom and lab. You will lead high-fidelity simulations, mentor students through complex clinical concepts, and guide practical demonstrations to ensure the next generation of Nevada's Practitioners are prepared for modern healthcare. This part‑time schedule offers an ideal way to inspire future therapists while maintaining flexibility.

Clinical Instruction & Simulation Leadership:

• Lab & Lecture Delivery: Develop and deliver dynamic lesson plans, interactive lab sessions, and practical demonstrations tailored to diverse learning styles.

• Simulation Training: Utilize modern simulation technology to create immersive, real-world learning environments for clinical skill mastery.

• Field Integration: Coordinate guest speakers, field trips, and clinical site insights to bridge classroom learning with bedside practice.

Student Mentorship & Academic Management:

• Retention & Support: Monitor student progress and attendance, serving as a mentor to support an 80%+ student success rate through proactive coaching.

• Academic Recordkeeping: Maintain accurate student records, including weekly attendance logs and final course grades, in compliance with institutional policy.

• Accreditation Compliance: Ensure all instructional activities adhere to CoARC accreditation standards and maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment.

• Education:

  • Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy from a CoARC-accredited program.

  • (Bachelor’s degree preferred).

• Credentials & Licensure:

  • Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.

  • Active, unrestricted Nevada State RCP (Respiratory Care Practitioner) license.

• Clinical
  
  Experience:
  
  Minimum of three (3) years of clinical practice as a Respiratory Therapist in a hospital or acute care setting.

• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn institutional Learning Management Systems (LMS).

Preferred Qualifications:

• One (1) or more years of teaching experience in an accredited respiratory therapy program.

• Strong classroom management and verbal/written communication skills.

• Hiring Range: $31.00 to $38.75 per hour.

• Schedule: Part-Time (16 hours per week).

• Employee Ownership: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)—build equity in your future.

• Retirement: 401(k) Plan with up to a 10% Employer Match.

• Benefits: Nevada Paid Sick Leave, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Tuition Reimbursement, and Employee Discount Programs.