Education and Clinical Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Care
Mayo Clinic · Phoenix
The Education and Clinical Specialist for the Respiratory Care Department partners with the Respiratory Care Leadership Team to provide clinical practice support, staff development, and educational services for the department and its key stakeholders. This role serves as a clinical expert, educator, and resource for respiratory therapists, interdisciplinary healthcare teams, students, and patients.
The Education and Clinical Specialist is responsible for assessing educational needs, developing and delivering training programs, supporting competency validation, and promoting evidence-based respiratory care practices. The individual collaborates with department leadership to implement clinical initiatives, support quality improvement efforts, facilitate onboarding and orientation programs, and ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards.
This position provides direct clinical support and consultation while assisting with the development, implementation, and evaluation of respiratory care policies, procedures, and best practices. The specialist serves as a liaison between clinical staff, providers, educators, and operational leaders to advance patient care outcomes, professional development, and departmental goals.
The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to educate and influence across disciplines. This role requires flexibility to meet departmental and organizational needs, including occasional evening, night, or weekend responsibilities related to education, clinical support, project implementation, or special departmental initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as a clinical and educational resource for respiratory care staff and interdisciplinary teams.
- Support evidence-based practice initiatives and clinical practice standardization.
- Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, accreditation, and regulatory compliance activities.
- Mentor staff, students, and new employees through coaching, training, and professional development.
- Assist with implementation of new technology, equipment, workflows, and clinical programs.
- Promote a culture of continuous learning, accountability, and excellence in patient care.
- Maintain clinical expertise and provide direct patient care support as needed.
This position combines clinical excellence, education, leadership, and quality improvement to advance the Respiratory Care Department's mission and support exceptional patient care.
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
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