Adjunct, Ophthalmic Assisting Program Instructor

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 31,684 - 42,705; Part time

Job summary

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College seeks an Adjunct, Ophthalmic Assisting Program Instructor to provide quality instruction to Ophthalmic Assisting students in the classroom and clinical settings, aligned with program guidelines and accreditation standards.

The role requires two years of ophthalmic practice and JCAHPO Certification (COT) or higher, plus strong organizational and communication skills. This on-site position runs 25 hours per week, Monday–Friday, in Asheville, NC.

Qualifications

• Two years ophthalmic practice experience.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality instruction to Ophthalmic Assisting students in both the classroom and clinical settings.
• Maintain currency of program curriculum and manage on-site ophthalmic lab and equipment.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

JCAHPO Certification (COT)

Job description

Adjunct, Ophthalmic Assisting Program Instructor

Position Title

Adjunct, Ophthalmic Assisting Program Instructor

Employment Category

Adjunct

Contract Length

N/A

Expected Work Schedule

Variable

Anticipated Days

Monday - Friday

Anticipated Hours

varies

Anticipated Hours per Week

25

Job Description Summary

Provide quality instruction to Ophthalmic Assisting students in both the classroom and clinical settings.

Duties

1. Provide quality instruction to Ophthalmic Assisting students in both the classroom and clinical settings. Submit all applicable program documentation in accordance with established JCAHPO program guidelines and time frames. Ensure that all training and skill activities adhere to the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology ( JCAHPO ) standards. Continue to establish new clinical sites and keep current clinical affiliations updated. Serve as Program Director for required program accreditation. Maintain currency of program curriculum and manage on-site ophthalmic lab and equipment.
2. Two years of work experience in an ophthalmic practice.
3. JCAHPO Certified Ophthalmic Technician ( COT ) or higher. (Certification must be attached to online application)
4. Demonstrated organizational skills and successful experience managing program records.
5. Demonstrated communication skills in order to effectively convey information to a diverse student population.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Familiarity with local ophthalmic community.
2. Experience teaching adult learners.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Review Date

(Application should be submitted by 8:00 a.m. EST on this date for consideration)

05/01/2023

Start Date

06/15/2023

Keep Open Until Filled

Yes

Salary Range

$27 per contact hour

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Required Documents

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Sunnicrest Building, 340 Victoria Road Asheville, NC 28801

Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.