Instructor of Computed Tomography 9/10 Month (Term)

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Instructor of Computed Tomography 9/10 Month (Term)

Institution:  Volunteer State Community College

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for delivering quality instruction in multiple instructional delivery formats and participating in evaluation of student learning and assessment of course and program outcomes. Faculty will participate in service activities to support the College’s mission.

Job Duties:

Within a minimum workweek of 37.5 hours, faculty are generally expected to teach 15 semester credit hours and hold additional in-person and virtual office hours as defined in College policy. Faculty will teach a total 28-32 semester credit hours across Fall and Spring semesters. Teach evening, weekend, off-campus, dual enrollment, and distance-based courses as required. Provide appropriate and effective instruction. Create and contribute to a supportive learning environment for students within and beyond the classroom. Actively participate in development, evaluation, and review of program and curriculum, including assisting with or leading affiliation and accreditation efforts as applicable. Attend to administrative duties, including completion of required College trainings and timely submission of attendance reporting, progress reports, grades, survey responses and other required information. Contribute to College service, including Student-Focused Service and Mentorship (advising, career services, student organization sponsorship, etc.) and committee, taskforce, and project work at the College, division, and department level. Support student recruitment and retention efforts as appropriate. Engage in regular professional development around pedagogy and maintain up-to-date subject-matter expertise; support a culture of lifelong learning. Comply with all College and TBR policies and guidelines. Provide leadership for the program and ensure compliance with the educational requirements for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) post primary certification in Computed Tomography. Conduct advisory committee meetings. Coordinate clinical education for all clinical affiliates. Assign student clinical rotations to ensure adequate clinical experiences. Visit each clinical site regularly and work with clinical instructors to evaluate and monitor student competence. Evaluate the effectiveness of the clinical education component of the program. Coordinate with clinical affiliates to ensure appropriate student pre-clinical documentation is received. Schedule and conduct regular clinical instructor meetings to present updated program information and gather input from clinical instructors to make clinical modifications. Prepare lesson plans, course syllabi, calendars, and course outlines for assigned didactic and clinical courses. Ensure accuracy of student clinical records, attendance, evaluations, and grades. Enforce program and college policies fairly and promptly. Provide regular counseling and advising for students, based on their clinical performance and progress. Maintain overall program effectiveness including curriculum development and evaluation. Participate in clinical site recruitment for the program as needed. Strive to be a positive representative of the program. Demonstrate the ability and desire to work collaboratively with faculty and staff to enhance student learning and program success. Other duties as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate’s degree from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum of two years of clinical experience in diagnostic Computed Tomography.
Current certification and registration in Computed Tomography [ARRT(CT)], with primary certification and registration in Radiography [ARRT(R)] or Nuclear Medicine Technology [ARRT(N) or NMTCB(CNMT)], as applicable.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum of two years of clinical experience in diagnostic Computed Tomography.
Collegiate-level teaching experience.
Supervisory or management experience.
Positron Emission Tomography (PET) experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge and/or experience delivering effective instruction in a variety of formats, including asynchronous online, traditional on-ground, hybrid. Ability to use a learning management system for course delivery and maintenance of course records.
Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student population.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and any technologies or software pertinent to the subject area of instruction.

Pay Rate: $44,558 - $55,697 annual salary depending on experience

Volunteer State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:

• Insurance: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability (long and short term), FSA/HSA
• Wellness Incentive Program (if enrolled in Health)
• Educational Assistance: Fee Waiver, Spouse/Dependent Discounts, Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Longevity Pay
• Retirement Options: State of TN Pension (TCRS), 401a, 401K with up to $50/month match, 403b, and 457
• 14 Paid Holidays/Year
• Annual Leave (if applicable)
• Sick Leave
• Sick Leave Bank
• State Employee Discount Program with over 900 merchants

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

Applicants may be subject to a background check.