Adjunct Faculty - Radiologic Technology

Grand Rapids is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Adjunct Instructor to teach Radiologic Technology courses. The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching and a commitment to student success, ensuring a high-quality learning experience for all students.

Adjunct needs are determined on a semester by semester basis, as are the number of sections offered each semester. GRCC classes are held at a variety of times, Monday through Saturday. For semester start and end dates, see GRCC’s Academic Calendar.

Requisition ID: 635
Employee Group: Adjunct Faculty
Schedule: Winter Semester
Compensation: Adjunct Faculty
Reports to: Associate Dean - School of Health Sciences
Posting Opens: 11/19/2024
Posting Closes: Open until filled

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Teach GRCC course offering(s) in Radiologic Technology and General Health - Radiographic Exposure with corresponding lab, Radiographic Positioning lab, Medical Terminology, and Clinical Experience Oversight.
• Perform tasks normally expected of adjunct faculty members:
• Follow the required syllabus template.
• Use the required textbook as determined by the department.
• Meet classes during the time scheduled and for the appropriate length of time required by the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• State course outcomes clearly at the beginning of the course and state the criteria and procedures for evaluating student attainment of these objectives.
• Promote an intellectually stimulating atmosphere in the classroom which is conducive to the attainment of high academic achievement and stated course outcomes.
• Keep accurate student academic records.
• Report grades by contractual deadline.
• Make reasonable accommodations as approved by the Disability Support Services to meet students’ needs and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Follow College policy on the Family Educational Right to Privacy Act (FERPA).
• Make all reasonable efforts to respond to communication in a timely manner and provide reasonable means for student access to course information.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Education or Health related field preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Education or Health related field required.
• Current ARRTRadiography registration.

• Current certification in CT, MRI, Mammography, or Interventional Radiography modality preferred.

Work Experience

• Minimum of 2 years (4,000 hours) current experience in Radiologic Technology in a hospital setting within the last 5 years.
• Two years of post-secondary teaching experience is preferred.

Skills

• Demonstrated expertise in the subject area and a commitment to continuous professional development.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population and faculty team.
• Proficiency in using instructional technology and learning management systems (e.g.,Gmail, Canvas, Blackboard).

Physical Demands

• Some evening work (grading, preparing for class, responding to email questions) will be needed.
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Physical Strength—Assists in transferring patients from wheelchairs and beds to X-ray tables and vice versa. Patients may be comatose, paralyzed or suffering from some degree of incapacity. The student may have to move heavy equipment, such as a portable X-ray machine, to different locations.
• Mobility—Stand and reach overhead to position the X-ray tube hanging from the ceiling; move quickly in an emergency; and be able to perform work while standing for long periods of time.
• Hearing—Ability to hear faint sounds from