Director of Clinical Education – Respiratory Care (RC)
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on182, SR 50, Clermont, Lake County, Florida, 32711, United States
About the Role
The Director of Clinical Education (DCE) serves as the primary liaison between the College, the Program Director, and affiliated clinical education sites for the Respiratory Care program. This leadership position is dedicated to ensuring the quality, consistency, and accreditation compliance of all clinical learning experiences. The DCE works to foster an environment where students can thrive through coordinated instruction that aligns with curriculum objectives and CoARC accreditation standards.
Reporting directly to the Program Director, the DCE holds a faculty appointment and is expected to teach up to nine credits per semester. Beyond teaching, the role involves a dynamic day-to-day rhythm of site visits, student evaluations, and strategic planning to maintain an adequate variety of clinical sites that support diverse patient populations and care settings. The position requires a professional who can balance administrative oversight with hands-on mentoring, ensuring that students, clinical instructors, and site administrators are supported throughout the educational journey.
Our Values and Culture
At LSSC, we are committed to our core values of Caring, Communicating, Collaborating, and Celebrating. The Director of Clinical Education is expected to embody these principles in every interaction with students, employees, visitors, and community members. We strive to create a welcoming and supportive environment that respects differences in personalities and working styles while maintaining the highest standards of ethical conduct and professionalism.
Hiring Process
Candidates selected for an interview will be evaluated on their ability to demonstrate effectiveness in clinical teaching, mentoring, and the coordination of clinical education experiences. The selection process focuses on identifying individuals with a strong professional commitment to respiratory care education who can effectively collaborate with faculty, clinical partners, and College leadership.
Equal Opportunity
LSSC is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, ensuring a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve.
Work location
Work model: On-site
182, SR 50, Clermont, Lake County, Florida, 32711, United States
Clermont, Florida
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Respiratory Care, Clinical Education, Coarc Accreditation Standards, Cpr/bls Certification, Learning Management Systems, RRT, Registered Respiratory Therapy, Coarc Key Personnel Training Program, Florida Licensure.
Education: Minimum of a Bachelor's degree from a U.S. accredited institution.
Frequently asked questions about Director of Clinical Education – Respiratory Care (RC) at Lake Sumter Community College
What does a Director of Clinical Education – Respiratory Care (RC) at Lake Sumter Community College do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Director of Clinical Education – Respiratory Care (RC) at Lake Sumter Community College will serve as primary liaison between the college, program director, and clinical education sites to ensure accreditation compliance; develop and maintain clinical education policies, procedures, and manuals aligned with coarc and institutional standards; coordinate student clinical placements, including scheduling, site assignments, and information dissemination; and monitor and evaluate student performance during clinical experiences and maintain proficiency records.
What are the requirements for this Director of Clinical Education – Respiratory Care (RC) role?expand_more
Lake Sumter Community College is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's degree from a U.S. accredited institution; Minimum 4 years experience as an RRT with at least 2 years in clinical respiratory care; Minimum 2 years teaching experience in a CoARC-accredited respiratory care program or as a clinical instructor/preceptor; CoARC Key Personnel Training Program completion; Active, unencumbered Registered Respiratory Therapy (RRT) license; and Current State of Florida licensure (or other active state RRT licensure transferable to Florida).