The adjunct instructor is responsible for providing quality instruction to students by ensuring clinical education, supervision, and evaluation of students assigned to the various clinical affiliates, as defined by the community standards of practice. Will serve as a liaison with clinical affiliates, participate in clinical instruction of radiologic technology students, and provide and contribute to the education of adult learners in the field of radiologic technology.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Supervise clinical education, clinical placement supervision, and evaluation of students assigned to clinical affiliates.
Motivate students to actively participate in all aspects of the educational process.
Correlate clinical education with didactic education.
Evaluate students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course objectives and inform them of their progress in the course in a timely manner.
Provide support to the Program Director to ensure effective program operation.
Participate in the assessment process and development of student learning outcomes (SLOs) and assessment cycles.
Participate with the Program Director in periodic review and revision of clinical course materials.
Maintain current knowledge of the discipline and educational methodologies through continuing professional development; maintains expertise in subject area and recommends improvements in curriculum design.
Participate actively in staff development and professional growth, including keeping informed of current research regarding strategies to foster student success, and communicate relevant information within the program.
Maintain current knowledge of program policies, procedures, and student progress.
Support faculty governance.
Plan, develop, and use a variety of teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives, and which are appropriate for students with differing educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles.
Keep accurate student records and submit related reports and forms within requested timelines; maintain necessary records and documents.
Other Duties And Responsibilities
Perform other duties as requested.
Education
Minimum associate degree from a regionally accredited school and current standing as an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registered radiologic technologist; advanced ARRT registries preferred.
Licenses/Certifications (if Applicable)
Certification by the State of California Department of Health Services, Radiologic Health Branch.
American Health Association Healthcare Provider CPR Certification upon hire.
Valid California driver's license and proof of insurance
Experience
At least two (2) years of clinical experience; with proficiency in supervision, instruction, and evaluation.
Experience with students in a clinical
Preferred experience in imaging science specialties in areas such as US, CT, MRI, and/or mammography.
Skills
Excellent written and verbal English language communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with computers and other forms of advanced technology in the instruction of Radiography
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate positively with students, faculty, and administrators, and to motivate and empower students to succeed.
Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, differently abled, and ethnic backgrounds of adult learners.
Complexity
The ability to perform highly detailed work with sustained attention and care while providing/obtaining information on numerous inquiries is paramount to success in this position.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Occasional stooping. Frequent standing. Constant walking, sitting, climbing, reaching high/low levels, finger movement, feeling, speaking clearly, hearing conversationally, and seeing far and near.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Occasionally required to work in confined space.
Mental Demands
The mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Frequent variety of unrelated tasks. Constant calculating, interrupted work, a variety of interrelated tasks, and use of sustained concentration, reasoning, judgment, resourcefulness, analytical ability, and ingenuity.
Special Requirements
This position includes supervising at off campus facilities; supervising hours include days and/or short-term classes on a nontraditional schedule.
Ability to work effectively with a diverse community.
As a health professions institution of higher education, Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science seeks to protect the health and safety of the University community. As a condition of enrollment and employment, students, faculty, and staff must comply with the current CDU Covid-19 requirements as described on the CDU Covid-19 webpage. Please visit the CDU Return to Campus website https://www.cdrewu.edu/Return-to-Campus or email the Campus Nursing Office at nurseofficer@cdrewu.edu.
Part-Time
Salary: $16,740 per semester based on 8 units per semester.
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