Adjunct Instructor 1 - Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Position Title: Adjunct Instructor 1 - Diagnostic Medical Sonography   Location: Big Rapids (Main Campus)   Department:

32403 - Diagnostic Medical Imaging

  Advertised Salary: Salary commensurate with qualifications pursuant to the FSU and FNTFO/AFT Agreement.   FLSA: Exempt   Temporary/Continuing:  Temporary   Part-Time/Full-Time: Part-Time   Union Group: N/A   Term of Position: As Needed   At Will/Just Cause: At Will   Summary of Position: This is a pooled position. One or more applicants may be hired as needed on a semester-by-semester basis to teach laboratory and lecture classes for students in the Associate of Applied Science degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
Founded in 1884, the Ferris’ founding philosophy of a practical, hands-on approach to education that enables students to learn practical skills for new jobs in a changing world still resonates loudly today. Our education is “where theory meets practice.” This, together with a committed faculty, individual attention and career-oriented degrees, prepares graduates who find employment in their field after graduation.
This posting is used for face to face and/or online instruction, however, the candidate selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment.
The anticipated start date of this position is May of 2024 at the earliest and August of 2024 at the latest.   Position Type: Faculty - Temporary & Continuing   Required Education: Graduate from an accredited program in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Bachelor of Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or health related field.   Required Work Experience: 3 years of clinical experience in direct patient care.   Required Licenses and Certifications: -American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) in Abdomen (AB), and Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN).   Physical Demands:

• Office Environment
• Bending
• Reaching
• Sitting
• Twisting
• Repetitive movement
• Standing

  Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered: Five or more years of clinical experience in direct patient care, previous teaching experience, and a Master's degree.   Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Teach laboratory and lecture classes for students in the Associate of Applied Science degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Any other duties assigned within the position classification area

Demonstrates an understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion, especially in working relationships with students, faculty, staff and community members

Faculty members also have professional responsibilities which may include but are not limited to: keeping regular posted office hours (which are scheduled at times convenient for students), and participation in traditional functions which have academic significance (ex. reporting initial student participation data and submitting final grades on time). Faculty may be required to teach off campus or in an on-line environment.   Marginal Duties/Responsibilities:     Skills and Abilities: Demonstrated commitment, experience and understanding for diversity, equity, and inclusion.   Required Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Unofficial Transcript 1
• Certification

  Optional Documents:     Special Instructions to Applicants: Unofficial Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of their unofficial transcript of
the appropriate degree.
Transcript must include: Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, degree
awarded. Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript.
Certification (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of American Registry for
Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) in Abdomen (AB), and Obstetrics &
Gynecology (OB/GYN) certification.   Initial Application Review Date:
03/11/2024   Open Until Position is Filled?: Yes   Posting Close Date:
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