PT Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Instructor

Cape Fear Community College; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Fear Community College in Wilmington, NC seeks a radiography instructor to provide classroom and laboratory instruction and oversee clinical experiences for students.

The candidate must hold ARRT certification in radiography and MRI, a bachelor’s degree, and two years MRI clinical experience; duties include curriculum development, site coordination, student advising, and assessment of learning outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field and ARRT radiography certification.
• ARRT MRI certification is required and MRI clinical experience is specified.
• Ability to develop and evaluate radiography course content and advise students.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom and laboratory instruction to students.
• Develop course curriculum and collaborate to secure clinical sites.
• Oversee clinical affiliation agreements and create clinical schedules.
• Supervise use of instructional equipment and demonstrate procedures.
• Participate in program evaluation and curriculum development.
• Advise and counsel students, maintain attendance records.

Skills

Course development

Instruction

Evaluation

Academic advising

Education

Bachelor Degree in related field

Graduate of a JRCERT accredited Radiography program

ARRT certification in radiography

ARRT certification and registration in magnetic resonance imaging

Two years clinical experience in magnetic resonance imaging

Job description

DEFINITION:

To provide classroom and laboratory instruction and clinical oversight to students and assist in program development.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The qualifications of the radiography instructor are consistent with the Standards for an Accredited Educational Program in the Radiologic Sciences. The full-time didactic faculty shall:

• Holds, at a minimum, a bachelor’s degree.
• Is qualified to teach the subject.
• Is proficient in course development, instruction, evaluation, and academic advising.
• Document two years’ clinical experience as in MRI.
• Holds current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification and registration in radiography.
• Holds current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification and registration in magnetic resonance imaging.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:

Receives general supervision from the Radiography Program Director.

Exercises no right supervision.

ESSENTIAL AND OTHER IMPORTANT FUNCTIONS STATEMENTS:

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Essential Functions:

• Provide classroom and laboratory instruction to students.
• Develop course curriculum.
• Collaborate with the program director to secure clinical sites and oversee clinical affiliation agreements.
• Create clinical schedules and student assignments to meet required hours.
• Collaborate with Clinical Onboarding Navigator to oversee clinical clearance of students for all clinical affiliates.
• Develop class outlines and establish guidelines for various courses; prepare lesson plans and supplemental teaching materials; schedule classroom activities and select appropriate texts.
• Encourage a variety of teaching strategies to foster critical thinking and clinical applications.
• Develop and prepare tests to evaluate student academic and clinical performance; grade and record individual scores.
• Review available instructional materials; estimate time, materials, and equipment required for various assignments; submit requests for materials, supplies and equipment to program director.
• Supervise the use of and operation of various instructional equipment; provide instructional demonstrations on mechanical machinery or other equipment as appropriate; develop laboratory assignments to provide hands on experience as appropriate.
• Participate in systematic program evaluation.
• Participate in curriculum development, evaluation and change; ensure that the curriculum contributes to the development of skills, knowledge and abilities, which prepare students to enter into the profession.
• Act as an advisor and counselor to students; provide individual tutoring to students outside of the classroom as needed.
• Attend faculty and advisory committee meetings as required.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance and performance; maintain other records and databases according to program needs.
• Stay abreast of new developments and changes in various assigned academic fields and clinical setting; participate in professional development programs, observation at clinical sites, workshops, seminars and other continuing education programs as appropriate.
• Oversee the implementation of policies and procedures related to required teaching area.
• Participate in student recruitment efforts.

Other Important Functions:

• Ensure adherence to safe and appropriate work practices and procedures.
• Assess the relevancy and impact of various lessons; revise and improve lesson format; evaluate various textbooks and select books to be used for future classes.
• Assist other program instructors in teaching and lab experiences.
• Travel with students to provide assistance and instruction as appropriate.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Professional skills, knowledge, and attributes within the Radiography profession.
• Classroom and laboratory instructional techniques and procedures.
• Principles and procedures of academic and instructional techniques and procedures.
• Current trends, radiography best practice, research, and development in the area of assignment.
• Principles and techniques involved in test development and administration.

Ability to:

• Work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Interpret and apply College goals, objectives, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain professional, cooperative-working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for:
  1. Making observations
  2. Reading and writing
  3. Communicating with others
  4. Operating assigned equipment
  5. Handling varied tasks simultaneously
• Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include the following:
  1. Standing or sitting for extended periods of time
  2. Operating assigned equipment
  3. Handling varied tasks simultaneously
  4. Bending, stooping, climbing or lifting up to 50 pounds or more based on human transfers
  5. Instructing and engaging in safe human transfers during teaching experiences with students
• Maintain mental capacity, which allow the capability of:
  1. Making sound decisions
  2. Responding to questions
  3. Demonstrating intellectual capabilities

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES:

Required Minimum Education/Training:

• Bachelor Degree in related field OR currently completing a bachelor’s degree with a completion and graduation plan within 24 months of hire
• Graduate of a JRCERT accredited (or equivalent) Radiography program.
• ARRT certification in radiography and magnetic resonance imaging.

Required Minimum Experience:

• Two years clinical experience in magnetic resonance imaging.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Completed Bachelor degree
• Is proficient in course development, instruction, evaluation, and academic advising.

License:

• Holds a current American Society of Radiologic Technologists ARRT certification and registration in radiography and magnetic resonance imaging.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

• This position REQUIRES UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS AND/OR TRAINING CERTIFICATIONS be submitted in addition to the application. Please have these documents ready to upload when applying.
• Candidates are required to submit OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS for all degrees obtained prior to their first day of work or hire date. If highest level of education is High School diploma or equivalent, proof of completion is required.
• Candidates who have obtained their education outside of the US and its territories must have their academic degree(s) validated, at their own expense, by an outside credential evaluation service as equivalent to the Baccalaureate or Master's degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the United States.
• To claim veterans’ preference, all eligible persons shall submit a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, to Human Resources during the application process. Human Resources will verify eligibility.