Adjunct - Phlebotomy

Rock Valley College; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Rockford, Illinois, seeks an Adjunct Faculty member in Phlebotomy. The role involves using established course content, demonstrating skills, and providing feedback to students. Candidates must have two years of experience in phlebotomy, hold relevant certification, and show effective teaching abilities. This position allows flexibility across semesters and emphasizes a commitment to student success through active learner-centered teaching principles and accurate evaluation of student performance.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience as a medical laboratory Phlebotomy technician.
• Hold ASCP‑BOC or equivalent certification.
• Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in the subject.

Responsibilities

• Use course content to assign relevant coursework.
• Demonstrate competency skills and provide feedback.
• Manage instructional materials and equipment as needed.

Skills

Phlebotomy SOPs

Teaching effectiveness

Student performance evaluation

CPR certification

Education

ASCP‑BOC certification in Phlebotomy PBT

Job description

Position Details

• Position Type: Adjunct / Adjunct Faculty
• Date Posted: 5/5/2025
• Location: Rock Valley College
• Position Title: Adjunct (Phlebotomy)
• Department: Phlebotomy (PHB)
• Division: Health Sciences (HLT)
• Employee Status: Adjunct (Fall, Spring, and/or Summer Semesters)
• Group: NA
• Grade: Adjunct
• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• ICCB Classification: Teaching
• Issued: 03/2023, 05/2025
• Employment Notice: Rock Valley College does not offer sponsorship for employment-based visas for this position.

Reporting Relationships

• Reports to: Dean of Health Sciences
• Supervision Exercised: None

Job Summary

Reporting to the Dean of Health Sciences, Adjunct Faculty will work to follow the course syllabi and lessons, activities, assignments, and assessments that accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring students achieve the course objectives and outcomes. They will apply learner‑centred teaching principles to engage and inspire students, encouraging active participation throughout the educational experience. Adjunct Faculty are also responsible for evaluating student performance according to CLSI standards for Phlebotomy practice, maintaining accurate and timely records, and ensuring the completion of attendance verifications, academic progress reports, and final course grades.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Use developed course content, assigning relevant coursework that aligns with learning objectives and CLSI standards.
• Demonstrate competency skills and provide feedback to students for skill improvement.
• Maintain and manage necessary instructional materials and equipment, as needed.
• Participate in assessing student learning and progress to enhance course effectiveness.
• Accurately track and maintain skill records and assess student performance.
• Follow program guidelines and the coordinator’s approved coursework.
• Prepare and submit required reports regarding course/class performance as requested.
• Provide input to the Program Coordinator regarding student progress and skill performance.
• Provide input to the Program Coordinator regarding curriculum, policy, and procedures.
• Adhere to all applicable policies, including the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and other relevant laws and regulations governing higher education at Rock Valley College.
• Commit to the community college mission.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Have at least two years’ experience as a medical laboratory Phlebotomy technician.
• Holds ASCP‑BOC or ASCP‑BOC certification in Phlebotomy PBT (ASCP) CM certified.
• Complete 9 CEU’s every three years to maintain ASCP certification.
• Demonstrates adequate knowledge and proficiency in their content areas.
• Demonstrate the ability to teach effectively at the appropriate level.
• Demonstrate proficiency in phlebotomy SOPs and CLSI competency skills in the program discipline.
• Evaluation of student achievement; provide feedback to improve skill performance.
• CPR certified.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee works indoors.

Physical Demands

Physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk, and hear.

Application Process

Applicants are encouraged to submit the following materials electronically at http://www.rockvalleycollege.edu/employment and include the following:

• Cover letter
• Current resume/curriculum vitae (does not serve as a substitute for a completed application)
• Undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial)