Radiologic Technology Program Director

Radiologic Technology Program OversightThe position is responsible for oversight of the Radiologic Technology program including activities related to the student experience and student success such as developing and implementing retention strategies, managing active students, students on leave of absences, NS/TO and students on externship. The position is responsible for management and support of faculty assigned to teach in their programs, managing externship quality and number of sites and/or clinical site quality and volume. Academic quality is a direct responsibility for the position. Areas related to academic quality include, but are not limited to, conducting classroom observations, and providing feedback to faculty, participating in program review process, assessing, reporting, analyzing student learning outcome data and developing improvement plans associated with SLO data and analysis. The position is responsible for cascading pertinent information to faculty and holding program-specific training to their faculty teams. The position may be required to devote required time to classroom teaching. The remaining percentage of their assignment will be devoted specifically to providing administrative oversight of the program.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesTeach courses in a Term or TermsDevelop, implement, and conduct assessments on program and course student learning outcomesCoordinate faculty activities and trainingsCoordinate faculty scheduling within the programAssist with selection and the interview process of faculty within the programDevelop and evaluate sites for clinical education, externship, and preceptorship as applicableMaintain faculty substitute listings and current contact information for the programCoordinate new faculty orientation and program-specific orientations for students in their program.Ensures compliance with all program and college metrics including graduation rates, retention, third party pass rates. Develops and implements action plans for any items not meeting the college standards or benchmarks.Conduct assessments of all class sessions of the program as required by policyMaintain and manage a sufficient inventory of program equipment and supplies in an excel spreadsheet and updated with the college's current standard equipment list.Prepare requests for equipment & supply ordering for the program.Ensure that annual calibration is completed for all equipment in the program requiring calibration.Coordinate textbook orders for the programFacilitate monthly programmatic faculty meetings, advisory committee meetings, curriculum review meetings. This includes a published agenda and minutes of the meetingsMaintain copies of current curriculum for the program, including course objectives, syllabi, and daily lesson plans for each course.Attend all college meetings including in-services, academic excellence calls, program leadership calls, curriculum calls, and program specific calls.Coordinate renewals and maintain copies of current licensure, certifications, etc. as required for faculty in the programThe position possesses direct responsibility for meeting all programmatic accreditation regulations and submitting required accreditation documentation accurately and on time and to the appropriate personnelPrepares accreditation reports, reviews, etc. as required by the programMaintain records, reports, examinations, data, fees, and other program specific items as required by the college, accreditation, or governmental agenciesParticipates as assigned in related admissions and employment services activitiesMonitor and maintain compliance with applicable institutional, government and accreditation standards.Completes other duties as assignedSupervisory ResponsibilitiesThis position has direct supervisory responsibilities.CompetencyTo perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:Core CompetenciesIntegrity and Ethics - Demonstrates personal integrity; serves as a positive example of why others should trust the motives of the organization; views self as a reflection of the organization by following through on commitments and accepting ownership of mistakes; treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others and upholds organizational values.Professionalism – Approaches other in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follow through on commitments.Adaptability – Responds to change with a willingness and ability to learn new ways of working. Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.Organization Support – Supports organizations goals and values. Is keenly aware of the time frame in which tasks or projects needs to be done; accepts and mirrors the level of urgency conveyed by the manager or customer being served; puts priority on the needs of the organization or the needs of its customers. Fosters collaboration and teamwork across the Institution.Communication – Develops and delivers communication that conveys a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Listens to others and allows them to make their point.Job CompetenciesDeliver Results - Consistently achieves results within established timelines and shows resilience when faced with obstacles.Management Excellence - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; takes responsibility for employee's activities; is accessible to staff; provides regular performance feedback; develops employee's skills and encourages growth; solicits and applies employee and student feedback; fosters quality focus in others; improves processes; continually works to improve supervisory skills. Aligns work with strategic goals.Leadership - Inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; accepts and provides feedback from others; gives appropriate recognition to others; able to build morale and group commitment to goals and objectives.Training and Development – Ensures staff members get receive orientation, training and development opportunities to maximize success in their assignments; views training and development as an investment in employees and uses mentoring, cross-functional assignments, job rotation or other on-the-job learning opportunities to enhance the depth and breadth of skills and experience; encourages self-development opportunities.QualificationsTo 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 Must meet or exceed all standards listed in Minimum Qualifications report. Required degree(s) must be from institutions accredited by U.S. accrediting agencies. Degrees from non-U.S. institutions are recognized only if equivalence has been established and provided.Master's degree or completion of a Bachelor's degree with current enrollment in a Master's degree programA minimum of three (3) years of experience in diagnostic radiologic technologyCertification/LicensureIs a qualified practitioner who holds one of the following, issued by the California Department of Public Health, Radiologic Health Branch (CDPH-RHB): o A radiology supervisor and operator certificate issued pursuant to 17 CCR § 30466 o Both a radiography supervisor and operator permit pursuant to 17 CCR § 30463 AND a fluoroscopy supervisor and operator permit pursuant to 17 CCR § 30466 o Both a diagnostic radiologic technologist certificate issued pursuant to 17 CCR § 30440 AND a fluoroscopic radiologic technologist permitHolds current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification, or equivalent, in radiographyMust possess venipuncture certificate or receive within 6 months of hire. Other Qualifications: Two years of teaching experience along with two years' management/supervisory/ lead position or specialist experience in Radiologic Technology or related health care setting preferred.Must have a thorough knowledge of the specific program requirements. Must demonstrate the ability to teach from a standardized curriculum. Must have a thorough knowledge of Carrington policies and procedure Preferred qualifications: Additional education and/or experience Doctoral degreeA minimum of two (2) years of experience as an instructor in a JRCERT-accredited programProficiency in curriculum design, evaluation, instruction, program administration, and academic advising Additional Certification/Licensure Holds current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification