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Casual Pulmonary Wellness Instructor

Schedule: 1-2 days per week (Tuesday and Thursday)

Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

We are seeking a dedicated Pulmonary Wellness Instructor to join our team on a casual basis. This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring a comprehensive pulmonary wellness program for both inpatients and outpatients. The position also includes program marketing and patient/family education, while ensuring the delivery of high-quality Pulmonary Wellness services.

Key Responsibilities

+ Program Development & Implementation:

+ Design and maintain a pulmonary wellness program in collaboration with physicians and lead therapists.

+ Develop treatment plans under physician direction and maintain necessary orders and protocols for clinical and financial success.

+ Patient Care & Education:

+ Orient and evaluate patients in partnership with physicians.

+ Provide systematic education addressing exercise, risk factor modification, diet, and counseling.

+ Encourage patient and family involvement in safety and wellness processes.

+ Safety & Compliance:

+ Commit to high-quality, safe practices and identify opportunities for improvement.

+ Report unsafe conditions promptly and participate in initiatives to reduce risk.

+ Maintain compliance with all organizational and departmental policies and procedures.

+ Community Engagement & Documentation:

+ Develop and maintain community contacts to support program goals.

+ Ensure accurate documentation of statistics, policies, procedures, and financial records.

+ Professional Development:

+ Assume responsibility for ongoing education and maintain required state licensure.

+ Actively practice behaviors aligned with UPMC Susquehanna's Service Excellence standards.

Qualifications

+ Current state licensure in a relevant discipline.

+ Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

+ Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

+ Education:

+ Graduate of an AMA-accredited Respiratory Therapy program.

+ Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy or Applied Science required; Bachelor's degree preferred.

+ Alternative pathways include:

+ Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) through registry

+ Registered Nurse (RN)

+ Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

+ Exercise Physiologist with ACSM-EP or ASEP credential

+ Experience:

+ Two years of experience in pulmonary rehabilitation preferred.

+ Strong background in patient education and wellness program development is a plus.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances

+ Current licensure or certification in one of the following:

+ Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

+ Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)

+ Registered Nurse (RN)

+ Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

+ Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)

+ ACSM Health Fitness Specialist Certification

+ Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification required.

+ Act 34 clearance required.

+ Must hold current licensure in the state of practice or a multistate license under the Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC), if applicable.UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran