Faculty, Medical Laboratory and Histotechnician Program Director

Reading Area Community College; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 57,800 - 63,800; Full time

Job summary

Reading Area Community College in Reading, PA seeks a Faculty Director for the Medical Laboratory and Histotechnician programs. The role oversees MLT/HT curriculum, coordinates clinical rotations, and collaborates with the Dean of Health Professions to ensure quality instruction and accreditation compliance.

The position emphasizes teaching, program development, and regulatory adherence while supporting student success and institutional goals.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required or must be completed within one year of hire.
• Minimum of three years’ teaching experience.
• Knowledge of NAACLS accreditation procedures and certification procedures.
• Holds ASCP‑BOC or ASCPi BOC generalist certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach courses as assigned by the Division Dean.
• Maintain course records and meet reporting dates.
• Engage in curriculum development and program reviews.
• Coordinate adjunct instructors and clinical rotations.
• Support accreditation processes and compliance.

Skills

Communication Skills

Mathematical Skills

Reasoning Ability

Computer Skills

Education

Master’s degree in relevant field

Three years teaching experience

Tools

Database software

Spreadsheet software

Word Processing software

Internet software

Job description

RACC is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with government regulations we are required to record numbers of job applicants by sex and ethnic category. We ask that you indicate your race or national origin and sex, but you are not required to provide this information. This information will not be kept with your application and will be used only in accordance with state and federal regulations.

Background Check

If you are chosen for this position, a background check will be required. Full details regarding the background check are available.

Job Details

Title: Faculty, Medical Laboratory and Histotechnician Program Director

Announce date: 05/26/2026

Apply by date: 07/15/2026

Application status: Accepting Applications

Position type: Full-time

Salary: $51,800 per year (dependent on education) plus estimated $6,000-12,000 overload potential 10-month position

Load Calculation: Fall: One 4-credit lab course which equates to 5 credits of load; one 1-credit lab course which equates to 2 credits of load; 2 credits for competency evaluation; 1 credit for accreditation activities; 5 credits to administer the MLT program.

Spring: One 3-credit lab course which equates to 4 credits of load; direct/coordinate 4 clinical courses (preceptor model) which equates to 4 credits of load; 2 credits for competency evaluation; 1 credit for accreditation activities; 4 credits to administer the MLT program.

Overload: An additional 3 credits of overload is paid in both fall and spring to administer the HT program. An administrative agreement is generally issued for some summer work in addition to the above.

Summary

Faculty members are appointed and assigned rank according to established policies and collective bargaining agreements. Specific items such as wages, fringe benefits, and job responsibilities are determined by the College's collective bargaining agreement with the recognized faculty bargaining unit and institutional practices.

As professions in a community college setting, faculty is involved in a variety of instructional and non-instructional activities which contribute to goals and objectives of a comprehensive two-year institution. The following description of duties of faculty members clarifies the expectations of this institution and is not considered complete or exclusive.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Prepare and teach courses as assigned by the Division Dean
2. On the first day of each course, review and post, via the Learning Management System (LMS), a syllabus that provides, at minimum, the following information:
   • a. Expected outcomes and performance objectives
   • b. Grading policy
   • c. Attendance policy - make-up work/tests
   • d. Schedule of assignments
   • e. Login information for students to access the College’s LMS
3. Provide the Division Dean with copies of materials listed in Item 2 above
4. Maintain office hours in accordance with the Faculty Bargaining Agreement
5. Participate in student advising and registration
6. Assist students in formulating educational and career plans
7. Assist students with academic or course problems
8. Establish and maintain positive working relationships with students, faculty and staff
9. Maintain accurate and complete course records and comply with all specified reporting dates
10. Serve on college committees and participate in college governance
11. To promote retention, contact students who do not attend class or attend class sporadically
12. Participate each semester in the evaluation and documentation of the instructional process and work to continually improve student learning outcomes
13. Complete program reviews in accordance with the division schedule
14. Employ a variety of teaching techniques and strategies to address the diverse learning needs of students
15. Attend instructional division, Academic Affairs area and institution-wide meetings
16. Assist in developing budget for division, if applicable
17. Engage in professional development, advisory boards and other external agencies to stay current in the field and ensure updated curriculum
18. Notify the Sr. Vice President of Academic Affairs/Provost of special projects, activities, etc. that may be used in publicizing the class, division, or College
19. Support the College’s recruitment and retention efforts by upholding the institutional image on and off campus
20. Stimulate interest in student activities by encouraging student participation
21. Participate in graduation exercises as required
22. Ensure all course assignments and course evaluations are linked to the LMS gradebook
23. In order to teach online or hybrid classes, faculty must attend training as offered
24. Work collaboratively with Dean and Division faculty on initiatives to improve student success rates in division courses
25. Develop and update curriculum
26. Perform related duties as assigned

Additional duties as the Medical Laboratory and Histotechnician Program Director

1. Serve as the Program Director to the Medical Laboratory and Histotechnician Programs
2. Meet with HT Program Education Coordinator on a weekly basis
3. Teach, or assign instructors to teach, Medical Laboratory Technology and Histotechnician Program classes as assigned by the Dean of Health Professions
4. Advise students who are registered in the MLT and HT curriculum in course registration, academic goals, career planning and the MLT certification process
5. Develop a continuous quality improvement plan for the MLT program
6. Submit required MLT and HT Program Competency Assessment Summary Reports
7. Serve as the liaison between clinical affiliates and the college, coordinating student clinical rotations and maintaining ongoing communication
8. Organize and coordinate bi-annual meetings with an active advisory board
9. Participate in the curriculum planning and instructional development of the MLT and HT program
10. Coordinate adjunct instructor responsibilities in the MLT and HT courses
11. Participate in the budget preparation and process for Medical Laboratory Technology and Histotechnician Programs in order to maintain inventory, instructional supplies and equipment needs
12. Engage in and maintain documentation records of continuing professional development and education a minimum of 36 hours every three years
13. Responsible for maintaining NAACLS accreditation of the MLT and HT programs. Submit annual reports, assemble self-study documents, and coordinate site visits
14. Compile and submit an MLT and HT Program Review report to the Associate Provost as required

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience: Required

• Hold a Master’s degree OR must complete Master’s degree within one year of hire to be eligible and apply for the 'permanent' position
• A minimum of three years’ teaching experience
• Knowledge of education methods and administration as well as current NAACLS accreditation procedures and certification procedures
• Holds ASCP‑BOC or ASCPi BOC generalist certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of education methods and administration, as well as current accreditation and certification procedures

Communication Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Database software; Internet software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.

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.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

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.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee could be exposed to biohazardous materials, chemical fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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