Radiography Adjunct Instructor - Radiation Sciences

Vcu Rrtc; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University seeks a Radiography Lab Instructor to teach and supervise students in a hands-on laboratory setting. The role focuses on proper patient positioning, safe operation of imaging equipment, and adherence to radiation safety standards.

The instructor will coordinate with faculty to align classroom theory with clinical practice, supervise lab sessions, and ensure high-quality hands-on training for radiography students.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree required.
• Current ARRT radiography certification.
• 3 years clinical experience as a diagnostic radiographer.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate procedures and proper patient positioning in X-ray labs.
• Supervise open laboratory time and guide small student groups.
• Enforce radiation safety and patient care standards.
• Coordinate with course faculty to bridge theory and clinical applications.

Skills

Patient positioning

Radiography lab supervision

Safety practices

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree or higher

Tools

ARRT certification

Job description

Advertising Summary:

The Department of Radiation Sciences seeks a radiography lab instructor to teach and supervise students to use medical imaging equipment, safely position patients, and practice proper radiation protection in a hands-on laboratory setting.

Unit:

College of Health Professions MBU

Department:

Radiologic Technology

Department Summary:

The Department of Radiation Sciences welcomes you! We offer B.S. in Clinical Radiation Sciences with concentrations in Nuclear Medicine Technology, Radiation Therapy, Radiography, and Diagnostic Medical Sonography. As Virginia's only B.S. program with content specific to all modalities, you have the opportunity to prepare for the technical and professional demands of the 21st century.

Duties & Responsibilities:

The instructor will supervise an open laboratory time for students and perform the following duties:

• Demonstrate Procedures: Show proper patient positioning and equipment operation using energized and non-energized X-ray labs
• Supervise Practice: Guide small student groups through hands-on psychomotor skill training.
• Enforce Safety: Ensure strict compliance with radiation safety rules and patient care standards.
• Coordination with faculty: Collaborate with course faculty to ensure the appropriate coordination and bridging between classroom theories and clinical applications.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree
• Current radiography certification by ARRT
• 3 years clinical experience as a diagnostic radiographer

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher
• 10 years’ experience as a diagnostic radiographer
• 3 years’ experience as a collegiate educator in radiologic sciences

Salary Range:

$4,000 - $9,000 (commensurate with experience)

Benefits:

All VCU employee types are eligible for a wide array of benefits to support you during your employment at VCU. Consult the benefits website for information on benefits eligibility according to employee type.

FLSA Exemption Status:

Exempt

Rank:

Instructor

Contact Information:

Contact Name: Dr. Jeffrey Legg
Contact Email: [e-mail]