Adjunct - AY27 Radiologic Technology Instructor

Adjunct FY 27- Radiologic Technology Instructor Founded in 1929, Los Angeles City College (LACC) is the oldest of the nine colleges that make up the Los Angeles Community College District, the largest community college district in the world. The campus is in the heart of Los Angeles, minutes from Hollywood and Downtown and conveniently adjacent to major freeway arteries and public transportation including the MTA and Metro. LACC is culturally rich with one of the most ethnically, ideologically and age diverse student bodies in the country. It is this diversity that drives LACC’s long tradition of innovation and responsiveness to the changing needs of the times and its more than 17,000 students. Our programs range from serving the traditional transfer students to career training, adult career advancement, cultural integration and personal enrichment. Courses are offered during the day, evening, on weekends, via online and through other specialized tracks.

DEPARTMENT

The Radiologic Technology Degree Program at LACC prepares you to work as a Radiologic Technologist in the medical field. Upon completion of the program, you will be eligible to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist Examination (ARRT) and pursue a Radiologic Technology License in the state of California. The Radiologic Technology Program aligns with LACC’s goal of preparing students for a career pathway in a thriving industry.

POSITION

The LACC Department of Radiologic Technology is seeking to fill a part-time adjunct non-tenure track position in the Radiologic Technology area. The position will begin in the Spring 2027 semester. This position involves theory , laboratory, and clinical teaching responsibilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and two years of professional experience*; OR Associate’s degree and six years of professional experience*;and Certification by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) and the California Department of Public Health (CRT). Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender and ethnic backgrounds of community college faculty, staff and students. Professional experience must be directly related to the teaching assignment ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT COVID 19 VACCINATION SERIES and Health Pursuant to LACCD Board of Trustee's Policy 2900, all students and employees must be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption. LACCD employees are required to provide their vaccination status in compliance with the LACCD Board of Trustees’ policy. Newly hired employees will be required to provide their vaccination status prior to starting a position or, at the latest, by their position start date. A medical certificate indicating fitness to instruct or associate with students is required at the applicant's expense after selection from an eligible list and prior to employment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

In accordance with its mission as a communitycollege, instruction at LACC includes lower division courses. Faculty members atLACC are expected to facilitate student learning by designing varied and exciting learning environments. The regular weekly teaching load is 18 standard hours for Full-Time Faculty; and this is an Adjunct or Part-Time position with maximum teaching load per semester of .67 of the Full-Time load. Eveningand/or weekend classes may be scheduled based on department needs. Duties for the position include regularweeklyteaching loads, but are not limited according to the following: Teach courses over an academic year in accordance with established courseoutline; Provide resource and coaching to students asneeded; Participateinthedevelopmentandtheassessmentofstudentlearningoutcomes (SLO's) and Guided Pathways endeavors to support student success; Maintain scheduled office hours for studentcontact; Participate in professional development activities and maintain current knowledge in the academic and clinical practice field; Interface with the assigned clinical facility to maintain a desirable environment forthe attainment of learningobjectives; Develop and update department coursecurricula and course syllabi; Develop resources, materials, and strategies, including using multimediatechnology platforms, including augmented, virtual and mixed reality experiences to teach students in a multiculturalenvironment; Collaborate with other instructors to continuously improve on department development, peer learning, creative team teaching, and build an effective and strong program that supports student learning Active involvement in campus responsibilities (faculty curriculum/department meetings in accordance to faculty contract, accreditation,student enrollment, and recruitment activities , etc.); Teach theory, laboratory, and/or clinical components of different radiologic technology courses through creative instructional design methods, student involvement in active learning processes, and remedial learning opportunities utilizing distance education (synchronous and/or asynchronous learning) as well as in-person teaching assignments. Certification in Canvas learning management system (LMS) for distance education; Oversee student learning at multiple LACC locations and at various clinical placement sites; Assist in developing new courses and curricula asneeded; provide creative learning scenarios and activities for optimal student participation and development of critical thinking (case studies, interactive and peer learning opportunities, mock exams and lab practicums, etc); Actively participate in departmental duties as appropriate for adjunct assignment and assigned by the chairperson and/or director (e.g., curriculum development, faculty professional growth opportunities, meetings with professional organizations, etc.) Participate in program review and accreditation processes, plan and attend advisory committee meetings, revise courseoutlines, assist with student advisement and participate actively on campuscommittees); and Develop supplementary materials and incorporate best practices of instructional design and innovative technologyto complement textbooks, other published materials, and lecturepresentations.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in Radiologic Technology, Health Science or Health Care Administration.
• Possessanexcellentacademic recordandhaveexperienceteaching radiologic technology at the community college level, including in a clinical environment.
• Exhibitknowledgeofcurrentradiologic technologytheory , lab components, and clinicalpracticeinthesubject matter to betaught (e.g., medical terminology, radiographic math and physics, patient healthcare issues, patient communication and interactions, fluoroscopy, image production, proper radiographic and anatomical positioning, quality management).
• Experience with proper clinical documentation in radiology information systems (RIS) (e.g., Epic, PACS) and health informatics with knowledge and compliance of standards of confidentiality (HIPAA).
• Possess the ability to assume responsibility and accountability for instruction, evaluationofstudents,and planning andimplementing curriculumcontent inthe subject area.
• Advanced certifications are desirable (e.g., CT, MRI, U/S, mammography, radiation therapy, DEXA, interventional radiology, nuclear med, etc.)
• Demonstrate a commitment to student learning and success within the CCCCO Guided Pathways model .
• Demonstratethe development, understanding , and ex perience teaching and assessing student learning outcomes (PLOs, CSLOs, and SLOs)
• Ability to work effectively with computers, augmented and virtual reality, and other forms of innovative technology in the instruction of Radiography courses.
• Possessacommitmenttocollegialitywithintheinstructionalenvironmentby interactingeffectivelywithcolleaguesandmaintainingactiveparticipationin departmental meetings andcommittees.
• Able to establish positive relationships and maintain collegiality with college personnel, department faculty and staff, and clinical and/or community partnerships.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverseacademic, socioeconomic,cultural,disability, gender identity, andethnicbackgroundsofcommunitycollege faculty, staff andstudents.

COMPENSATION

The salary schedule for adjunct instructors begins at $89.72 per standard hour, plus an office hour differential of $20.99 per hour for classroom assignments. Applicants with a doctoral degree are eligible for a doctoral differential. The District provides an excellent benefit package including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance to eligible employees and eligible dependents. For consideration in the selection process, all interested applicants must submit the following: Letter of Interest (describing your interest in theposition). a. Philosophy of teaching and learning b. Diversity, Equity, Access and Inclusion in the classroom c. Professional development and lifelong learning d. Continuous improvement in quality of patient care 3. Current descriptive resume that summarizes how you meet the qualifications of theposition. 4. Contact information for three (3) references (phone numbers and Email). 5. Copies of all transcripts - undergraduate and graduate (Official transcripts are required for candidates invited to the final interview.). AlldegreesmustbegrantedbyanaccreditedcollegeoruniversityintheUnited States.Transcriptsfromforeigninstitutionsmustbesubmittedwithanapproved evaluation of equivalency from a foreign evaluation service approved bythe California Commission on Teaching Credentialing . 6. Copies of current certifications by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) and the California Department of Public Health (CRT). Evidence of two years of professional experience directly related to radiologic technology. This is accomplished through Verification of Experience (VOE) letters. These letters may be uploaded in this application as “Other Documents”. This includes a signed dated letter on employer letterhead stationery that denotes these details for each employer: Inclusive dates of assignments of paid work (not volunteer); if this is adjunct work, please include the semester date, and course number, title Status of employment: state whether full-time or part-time (number of hours/week) Scope: Descriptive details of job duties All materials submitted will become property of LACC. After review of application materials by the selection committee, candidates will be contacted only if selected for interviews. Employment is contingent upon verification of qualifications. LACC reserves the right to modify and/or withdraw these positions at any time. Notification regarding advancement in the selection process will be provided to each applicant. If you have questions regarding the application process please contact Darren Grosch, Acting Dean of Academic Affairs at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Individuals protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may request an accommodation in the selection/interview process with at least three business days prior notice. Documentation of the need for accommodation may be requested. Equal Employment Policy The policy of the Los Angeles Community College District is to implement equal opportunity to all qualified candidates for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, medical condition (cancer related), sexual orientation, or veteran status. Positive action will be taken to ensure that this policy is followed in all personnel practices including recruitment, hiring, placement, upgrading, transfer, demotion, and treatment during employment, rate of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, layoff or termination. A vigorous equal employment opportunity program will be maintained to ensure a diverse work force and to achieve expected representation of qualified members of under-represented groups through the implementation of specific result-oriented plans and procedures (Board Rule 101301). The Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator #J-18808-Ljbffr Los Angeles Community College District