Respiratory Therapy Master Trainer

Position Summary / Career Interest:

The Respiratory Care Master Trainer (MT) serves as the department's expert in education, workforce development, process improvement, and training effectiveness. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, evaluating, and continuously improving Respiratory Care training programs using Training Within Industry (TWI), Job Instruction (JI), Lean principles, instructional design principles, adult learning theory, and evidence-based educational practices. The MT partners with organizational stakeholders and Respiratory Care leadership to develop training content, standardize onboarding and competency programs, enhance leadership development, and ensure consistent application of training methodologies. This matrixed role influences practice through consultation, facilitation, coaching, and data analysis. The MT aligns learning and development strategies with department and health system priorities. Through collaboration, coaching, data-informed decisions, and process improvement, the MT supports a highly competent workforce, consistent clinical practice, excellent patient care, and sustainable learning experiences.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Develops, implements, and continually improves Respiratory Care training programs applying TWI, JI, Lean principles, instructional design, adult learning theory, and evidence-based educational practices.
• Partners with Respiratory Care leaders, educators, preceptors, and stakeholders to establish educational standards, standardize training methods, provide consultation and resources, and promote consistent application of evidence-based learning and competency practices.
• Establishes metrics, dashboards, and monitoring systems to evaluate training effectiveness, competency compliance, and program outcomes.
• Uses clinical, operational, quality, competency, workforce, and performance data to assess learning needs, identify gaps, and recommend appropriate interventions.
• Supports change management initiatives by assessing readiness, developing communication and education strategies, engaging stakeholders, and monitoring sustained adoption.
• Standardizes Respiratory Care onboarding, competency validation, education, and training across applicable locations.
• Supports workforce development, career pathway, succession planning, and professional development initiatives.
• Conducts audits and evaluations to assess training, competency validation, standard work adherence, and sustainability of improvement initiatives.
• Serves as a subject matter expert and consultant in Respiratory Care education, competency development, workforce development, and process improvement; provides coaching and consultation to staff, leaders, physicians, and other health care personnel.
• Participates in call responsibilities and provides leadership support, as assigned.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

• Master's Degree in Respiratory Care or a related field of study from an accredited college or university.
• 5 or more years of relevant experience.
• 3 or more years of experience in leadership/education/job instruction

Preferred Education and Experience

• 6 or more years of membership in regional & national Respiratory Therapy/leadership/education organization(s)

Required Licensure and Certification

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) within 30 Days
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) within 1 Year
• Licensed Respiratory Therapist (RT) - State Board of Healing Arts permanent license only upon Hire
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) upon Hire
• Job Instruction Certification from TWI within 1-1/2 Yrs

Preferred Licensure and Certification

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
• Job Relations and Job Methods Certification
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt - Council for Six Sigma Certification (CSSC)

Required Language Skills

• Fluent English - Read, Write and Speak English

Knowledge Requirements

• Must have excellent written and verbal communication, facilitating and project management skills.
• Must apply techniques to ensure the success of all types of learners.
• Membership in the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC)

We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.