Ultrasonography Vascular Clinical Coordinator

Community College of Allegheny County; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,705 - 56,481; Part time

Job summary

Community College of Allegheny County is seeking an Ultrasonography Vascular Clinical Coordinator at Boyce Campus. The Part-Time Adjunct position involves teaching and curriculum development, with hours varying by class schedule.

ARDMS-registered instrument requires vascular specialty expertise; CPR/AED certification preferred. Responsibilities include preparing outlines, assessing learning outcomes, and coordinating clinical education with didactic sessions across affiliate sites while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (master's preferred) in education, science or related field.
• ARDMS registration in VT and related vascular specialties.
• Minimum two years full-time experience as a registered sonographer within the last five years.
• Experience with instruction methods, testing/assessment, and curriculum development.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and provide students with course outlines and learning objectives.
• Develop and measure learning outcomes and assess student performance.
• Create effective learning environments using diverse instructional methods.
• Collaborate on program reviews and curriculum revisions.
• Participate in department meetings and college projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Education

Bachelor's degree

ARDMS registration VT

Job description

Position Title: Ultrasonography Vascular Clinical Coordinator

Department: Academics

Campus: Boyce Campus

Day and hours (for hourly position): Days and hours vary according to class schedule and the needs of the College and Department.

Salary Grade: $35.95/hour

Job Category: Adjunct/Faculty

Employment Type: Adjunct Part-Time

General Summary: The primary responsibilities of the faculty are to teach and to develop the curriculum. To meet these responsibilities, faculty must remain knowledgeable about advances in their disciplines, in learning theory, and in pedagogy. Faculty portfolios will include contributions and program development and show evidence of ongoing professional development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (master's preferred) in education, science or related field; current ARDMS registration in the following specialty areas of Abdominal (AB), Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN), Adult Echocardiography (AE), Vascular (VT) or Breast (BR) relative to the required course content to be taught.
• Minimum two years full-time experience as a registered sonographer within the last five years.
• Must be knowledgeable about methods of instruction, testing and assessment of students and knowledgeable concerning current national curricula, national accreditation, national registration and have proficiency in curriculum development.
• Must be willing to coordinate clinical education with didactic education as assigned by the program director and to evaluate and ensure the effectiveness of the affiliate clinical education centers.
• Community college teaching experience preferred.
• Current Healthcare Provider certification in CPR/AED.
• Must have personal transportation and be willing to travel to clinical affiliate sites.

Applicants for teaching assignments are expected to have strong communication skills. Applicants are expected to have post-secondary teaching experiences; work experiences in the discipline to be taught; and knowledge of industry-related software and systems, including industry certifications, where appropriate. Degrees must be from an accredited institution.

Job Duties

1. The primary responsibilities of faculty are to teach and to develop the curriculum. Prepare and provide students with course outlines that support learning objectives set forth in the course syllabus. Develop and measure learning outcomes. Assess student performance and maintain grade records.
2. Create an effective learning environment through the use of a variety of instructional methods.
3. Collaborate in the development and continued assessment of learning outcomes for use in program reviews and curriculum revision.
4. Work with other program and/or discipline faculty to complete scheduled program reviews and to use the findings to revise the curriculum.
5. Participate in appropriate professional development activities to assure currency in both discipline, knowledge, and instructional methods.
6. Participate in department/discipline, division, campus, and college meetings and committees.
7. Participate in college projects, surveys, studies, and reports that relate to the discipline or program.
8. Collaborate in the development of program and/or discipline promotional materials.
9. Support the college's goals.
10. Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (master's preferred) in education, science or related field; current ARDMS registration in the following specialty areas of Vascular (VT).
• Minimum two years full-time experience as a registered sonographer within the last five years.
• Must be knowledgeable about methods of instruction, testing and assessment of students and knowledgeable concerning current national curricula, national accreditation, national registration and have proficiency in curriculum development.
• Must be willing to coordinate clinical education with didactic education as assigned by the program director and to evaluate and ensure the effectiveness of the affiliate clinical education centers.
• Community college teaching experience preferred.
• Current Healthcare Provider certification in CPR/AED.
• Must have personal transportation and be willing to travel to clinical affiliate sites.

Clearance

Current criminal record/child abuse clearances will be required if offered the position and in order to be employed at the College. The three clearances are Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Records Check, and Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) Criminal Background Check. The College has provided instructions on how to obtain these clearances and are available here.