Medical Sonography Instructor - Adjunct

Southwestern Community College; Sylva (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

Southwestern Community College in Sylva, NC seeks an adjunct Medical Sonography Instructor to support classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction, and to foster professional relationships with students, faculty, and clinical partners.

The instructor will ensure outcomes alignment, maintain records, and participate in program activities, while upholding accreditation standards and college policies.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of professional experience in Medical Sonography or related clinical practice.
• Possess and maintain current RDMS credential in good standing.
• Demonstrate proficiency with learning management systems to support instructional activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide laboratory instruction and supervision to develop student clinical and technical skills.
• Conduct and participate in clinical site visits to evaluate student performance.
• Prepare and teach assigned Medical Sonography courses per course outlines and schedules.
• Maintain professional relationships with students, faculty, and clinical affiliates.
• Ensure program learning outcomes are delivered and assessed as outlined in syllabi.

Skills

Clinical experience

LMS proficiency

Travel ability

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

LMS

RDMS credential

Job description

Statement of Primary Purpose

The adjunct Medical Sonography Instructor supports the Medical Sonography Program Coordinator and Clinical Coordinator in the coordination and delivery of instructional activities across classroom, laboratory, and clinical environments. The role also includes fostering and maintaining positive, professional relationships with students, faculty, and clinical affiliates to support a high quality educational experience.

Classification

Curriculum faculty, Adjunct

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Provide laboratory instruction and supervision to support student development of clinical and technical skill proficiency.
• Conduct and participate in clinical site visits to evaluate student performance, support clinical affiliates, and ensure alignment between clinical education and program outcomes.
• Prepare and teach assigned Medical Sonography courses in accordance with approved course outlines, program standards, and the published academic schedule.
• Represent the College in a professional manner at all times in interactions with students, clinical partners, community stakeholders, and the public.
• Create and maintain a learning environment that appropriately challenges, engages, supports, and communicates with students in a professional and respectful manner that promotes student success.
• Ensure course and program learning outcomes are effectively delivered and assessed as outlined in the syllabus and program objectives.
• Maintain accurate and complete instructional records for all assigned courses.
• Participate in program advisory committee meetings, accreditation related activities, and other programmatic initiatives as appropriate.
• Cooperate with scheduled student evaluations of instruction and use feedback for continuous improvement.
• Submit required college reports, documentation, and records accurately and within established deadlines.
• Attend departmental and instructor meetings and actively participate in program communication and collaboration as needed.
• Maintain all required professional credentials in accordance with accrediting agency and regulatory body standards.
• Demonstrate current and ongoing knowledge of Medical Sonography practice, standards, and technologies.
• Adhere to all college, program, and accreditation policies and procedures.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Medical Sonography program, division, and the mission, vision, and strategic goals of the College.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Must hold academic and/or professional credentials appropriate to the assigned subject content area.

Minimum requirement of an Associate’s Degree.

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Knowledge and Skills

A minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in the Medical Sonography field or related clinical practice is required.

Physical Demands

Demonstrate proficiency in the operation, maintenance, and instructional use of all Medical Sonography program related laboratory, simulation, and clinical equipment, and effectively train students in the safe and appropriate use of such equipment.

Licensing Requirement

Possess and maintain a current Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) credential.in good standing.

Possess and maintain a valid North Carolina Driver’s License and the ability to travel to clinical education sites and other locations as required.

Working Conditions and Environment

Ability to travel routinely throughout and beyond the College’s service area to clinical education sites, healthcare partners, and other program related locations, including occasional overnight travel for professional development activities, conferences, accreditation meetings, and other job related events.

Equipment Operation

Ability to demonstrate and operate all equipment required to perform the duties of a Medical Sonographer in clinical, laboratory, and instructional settings. Ability to effectively use standard office equipment and learning management systems (LMS) to support instructional, administrative, and communication functions.

This position description covers the most essential functions and duties associated with this position. Other duties may be assigned by the President or appropriate supervisory personnel. The College reserves the right to alter duties, responsibilities, conditions, working hours, and job title as necessary.