Pulmonary Wellness Instructor - Casual at UPMC

Williamsport, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Pulmonary Wellness, Patient Education, Program Development, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Team Collaboration, Safety Compliance, Community Engagement, Documentation, Professional Development, Exercise Counseling, Risk Factor Modification, Diet Education, Patient Evaluation, Treatment Planning, Licensure

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

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

Responsibilities

The Pulmonary Wellness Instructor is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive pulmonary wellness program for inpatients and outpatients. This includes patient education, program marketing, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.