Specialty Imaging Clinical Coordinator

JOB TITLE: SPECIALTY IMAGING CLINICAL COORDINATOR                                              DEPARTMENT: HEALTH SCIENCES

SALARY RANGE: BASED ON EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE                                             FLSA: EXEMPT

 

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:  Sonography Program Director

SCHEDULE DETAILS: Full-time/11 month position/PSRS

 

Position Summary

This Coordinator is responsible for the instruction and management of clinical experiences and assigned classes.  This position will also maintain professionalism within their specialized field, including currency and required certifications.  Other major responsibilities include participating on department and college-wide committees and assignments. This position is responsible for 9 credit hours per normal semester as calculated by Health Sciences. The coordinator is allowed to teach two classes (6 credit hours) for overload per semester. Over two classes (6 credit hours) for overload is rare and requires the approval of Dean and Provost. This position will work closely with the Radiography Program Director for coordination of the CT and MRI clinical and the Sonography Program Director for coordination of the Echo and NucMed clinicals

 

Essential Job Duties

• Schedule students for clinical/practicum rotations that will meet the specific course and program objectives.
• Assess, evaluate, and ensure documentation of student performance and progress in clinical/practicum settings.
• Provide orientation, evaluation and guidance of the course/program objectives for clinical/practicum instructors.
• Provide quality instruction which is reflective of current discipline standards and is accurate, relevant, and engaging using college –approved curriculum and resources.
• Develop a course syllabus for each class taught, using the approved course abstract and syllabus template.
• Incorporate pedagogical strategies such as active learning, authentic and problem-based activities, and other successful teaching strategies into classroom instruction.
• Accompany students to the clinical setting and directly supervise students while they provide patients care. Serve as a role model for students in the clinical setting by demonstrating professional behavior and excellence in patient care.
• Foster a positive classroom learning environment by presenting information in a way that is inclusive to all learners, including the assurance of section 508 accessibility.
• Present course content in an unbiased and civil manner, while demonstrating respect, helpfulness, and responsiveness toward students. This includes holding a minimum of five office hours per week in a way that is convenient to students in both format and modality.
• Participate in required number of hours of professional development each year, 10 of which must focus on fostering teaching improvement.
• Demonstrate reflective practice, including assessment of student learning. This includes ongoing formative assessments, as well as official departmental assessment.
• Actively participate in department and division meetings, events, and initiatives
• Mentor adjunct instructors in their academic department or program area, as needed.
• Assist in textbook and course material selection.
• Participate in curriculum development and work with advisory committees, as needed.
• Provide accurate and appropriate academic advising.
• Exhibit exemplary attendance and punctuality.
• Comply with college policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including participating in commencement, attending college functions, serving on committees and attending community events.

 

Non-Essential Job Duties

• Participate in professional organizations.

 

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning.
• Possess the appropriate credential(s) specific to one or more of the concentrations offered in Specialty Imaging certificates (CT, MRI, NucMed, ECHO) and/or Radiography or Sonography.
• Demonstrate current knowledge in course content and effectiveness in teaching assigned subjects.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills. 
• Ability to use information technology for professional productivity (such as Microsoft Office Suite).

 

Preferred Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution o