Executive Director, Respiratory Therapy Program

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Faculty - Non-Tenure

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No

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Regular

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Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

University of Arkansas – Fort Smith

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is a dynamic, mid-sized public university that’s redefining higher education. We’re on a mission to provide transformative, hands-on learning experiences for students of all backgrounds and aspirations. Our multi-faceted approach to education offers a wealth of opportunities, with over 70 academic programs, including certificates, associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees. We’re committed to building a diverse community that mirrors Arkansas’s rich tapestry, reflecting our dedication to serving the state’s varied population while enhancing the quality of our institution.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life, and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10 percent of employee salary.
 

Fort Smith, Arkansas

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Department:

College of Health, Education, and Human Sciences

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Summary of Job Duties:

The Executive Director of the Respiratory Therapy Program (PD) provides effective leadership and oversight of the program, with responsibilities including but not limited to curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation; strategic planning and continuous improvement; internal and external communication; and fiscal and operational management of the Respiratory
Care Program in accordance with the standards of the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC), Arkansas Department of Higher Education, and the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith (UAFS). The PD ensures program effectiveness through curriculum oversight, faculty coordination, continuous quality improvement, and compliance with accreditation requirements. This position reports to the Dean of the College of Health, Education, and Human Sciences.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:
• Master’s degree or higher from an academic institution accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
• Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential
• Current license to practice (or eligibility to obtain) as a respiratory therapist in Arkansas.
• Minimum of four years’ experience as an RRT, of which at least two years include clinical resp