Adjunct Faculty Pool - Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Piedmont Virginia Community College; Albemarle (NC); Hybrid; USD 1,128,254 - 2,332,276; Part time

Job summary

Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) invites applications for an Adjunct Faculty Pool in Diagnostic Medical Sonography. The position involves teaching DMS courses in face-to-face settings with potential for remote instruction, and candidates must design syllabi and instructional materials.

Experience with laboratory-based teaching and sonography equipment is required. PVCC emphasizes accessibility and high transfer rates; adjunct appointments are on a course-by-course basis with scheduling

Qualifications

• Active RDMS credentials from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography in abdomen and Ob/Gyn.
• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in the teaching field with demonstrated competencies.
• Minimum of 2 years full-time related occupational experience as a sonographer.
• Knowledge of computers and online instructional technologies (Canvas).
• Excellent oral/written communication skills.
• Skilled in teaching lecture, online, and hands-on laboratory courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach Diagnostic Medical Sonography content in classroom and campus labs.
• Design course syllabi and develop course materials for DMS.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of sonography equipment and hands-on lab practice.

Skills

RDMS credentials

Teaching experience

Canvas knowledge

Excellent communication

Teaching courses (lecture/online/lab)

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in teaching field

Job description

Working Title Adjunct Faculty Pool - Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Role Title Role Code FLSA Exempt Pay Band UG Position Number 282A0000

Agency Piedmont Virginia Community College Division Piedmont Virginia Community College (Div)

Work Location Albemarle - 003

Hiring Range $819-$1693 per credit hour, TBD based on experience and rank upon hire.

Emergency/Essential Personnel No

EEO Category I-Faculty Full Time or Part Time Part Time

Does this position have telework options? Telework options are subject to change based on business needs Yes

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No

Work Schedule

Adjunct faculty positions are appointed on a course-by-course, semester basis, as needed. Responsibilities include teaching developmental and/or college-level courses, which may include distance-learning courses during the day and evening, on weekdays and weekends.

Primarily face-to-face with the possibility of remote instruction.

Sensitive Position No Job Description

Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) is a nonresidential two-year institution of higher education that serves Central Virginia – principally residents of the City of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Buckingham, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa and Nelson. Our scenic campus is located in Albemarle County, Virginia. We are one of 23 community colleges in Virginia that comprise the Virginia Community College System (VCCS).

PVCC is nationally recognized for its outstanding transfer curriculum; its relationship with its neighbor, the University of Virginia; and its Workforce Development Programs serving local employers.

Applications will be received and considered on a continuous basis, as openings occur. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until needed positions are filled and/or the closing date of our announcement.

We are seeking to identify qualified and interested adjunct faculty members in the following teaching disciplines and/or subject areas: DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHY

Duties And Responsibilities

Teaching Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) content in classroom and campus laboratories. This position requires faculty to design course syllabi and develop course materials related to DMS. Excellent knowledge of sonography equipment and hands on lab practice. Teaching load based on student enrollment and staffing needs.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

• Active RDMS credentials from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography in specialty area of both abdomen and Ob/Gyn.
• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in the teaching field with demonstrated competencies.
• Minimum of 2 years full time related occupational experience as a sonographer.
• Knowledge of computers and online instructional technologies (Canvas).
• Excellent oral/written communication skills.
• Skilled in teaching lecture, online, and/or hands on laboratory courses.

Additional Considerations

• Multiple professional registry credentials RVT and RDCS
• Prior teaching experience

Operation of a State Vehicle

No Supervises Employees No Required Travel

To and from any college campus/site location as assigned.

Posting Number ADJ_2861P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 12/16/2025 Job Close Date 12/31/2026 Open Until Filled Agency Website www.pvcc.edu Contact Name Human Resources Email humanresources.pvcc.edu Phone Number 434.961.6567 Special Instructions to Applicants

• Online Application
• Resume
• Cover letter
• Names, addresses, email and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references

In order to better serve our customers, PVCC will only accept online applications. PVCC will not accept hand-delivered applications or applications submitted by mail, email, or fax. Cover letters, resume/curriculum vitae, and unofficial transcripts must be attached electronically to the online application. Unofficial copies of transcripts will suffice for initial review. Official transcripts are required upon employment. Foreign transcripts must be evaluated by an accredited evaluation service.

References & criminal background checks required.

Piedmont Virginia Community College is an Equal Opportunity, Affiantious Action Employer.

This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship at this time.

Additional Information

Piedmont Virginia Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, political affiliation, disability, veteran status, sex, age or sexual orientation in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Associate Vice President of Human Resources, 501 College Dr., Main Building, Room M132, Charlottesville, VA 22902; 434.961.6567.

We are a "Virginia Values Veterans" (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application.

Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of an extensive criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment), and other checks requested by the VCCS such as I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

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