Diagnostic Medical Sonography Technology (DUTEC), Assistant (Tenure-Track) Professor

Diagnostic Medical Sonography Technology (DUTEC), Assistant (Tenure-Track) Professor

The Health Sciences, Education and Wellness Institute (HSEWI) division is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time tenure track faculty member for Fall 2025 in the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Technology (DUTEC) department. The Diagnostic Medical Sonography Technology (DUTEC) faculty will perform duties and functions under the general direction of the Provost and shall be responsible primarily to the Dean of the Health Sciences, Education and Wellness Institute.

Are you an equity-minded teacher with a focus on fostering an anti-racist environment? Are you a collaborative educator dedicated to closing opportunity gaps? Do you have an interest in shared governance, interdisciplinary collaboration, social justice? Do you want to teach a diverse student body at an open-enrollment institution? Do you have lived experiences similar to the students we serve? If you answer yes to the questions above, we invite you to apply for the tenure track position in the General (OB/GYN & Abdomen) and Vascular instructor in Diagnostic Medical Sonography Technology (DUTEC) program. This position is expected to begin ASAP and will be a part of large cohort of faculty joining the Bellevue Community.

The Diagnostic Medical Sonography Technology (DUTEC) faculty performs duties and responsibilities under the general direction of the Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs and the Dean of the Health Sciences, Education & Wellness Institute (HSEWI). This position works in close collaboration with the DUTEC Program Chair. The Health Sciences, Education and Wellness Institute (HSEWI) is seeking candidates with a passion for teaching in a diverse and trauma'informed environment. If you want to be a contributing member of a great team, please apply

Full-time instructors demonstrate commitment to student success through teaching and learning excellence, including directing student learning in assigned courses, establishing and assessing student learning outcomes, and collaborating with colleagues across campus in the on-going development of program curriculum and activities; and through advising of students; participating in college governance and decision making; maintaining current knowledge and skills in area of assignment; building collaborative relationships within the Bellevue College community and the community at large; and fostering a positive, caring learning environment in which diversity and equity are valued.

The successful candidate must reside in Washington State by the start of the position and demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching in person. This includes teaching on the Bellevue College campus and participating in non-teaching duties such as committee service, advising, and professional development activities. While there may be opportunities to teach online or hybrid courses, faculty are expected to maintain a significant presence on campus to support students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to the college community.

Furthermore, we seek candidates who embrace culturally responsive pedagogy, value diverse perspectives, and demonstrate an ability to create welcoming learning spaces that foster student success. Candidates with experience advancing equity, inclusion, and social justice in their teaching, scholarship, or service are strongly encouraged to apply.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule

Position Salary Range: $81,757.08/year - $114,664.94/year

Annual salary is based on a 176-day contract with a minimum of $81,757.08; beginning salary will be determined by the assessment of the candidate's education and related experience. New hires start no higher than $87,663.74 unless exceptional circumstances prevail. Certain positions may also be eligible for assignment/project-based additional compensation, including a High Demand Stipend up to $8,350 annually, prorated based on the discipline and duration of the assignment. All additional compensations are subject to change depending on funding and negotiated agreement.

We offer comprehensive compensation package with salary and benefits as the main components. Generous benefits are offered through Washington State plans that includes multiple medical, dental, life and disability coverage choices for employees and dependents; choices of retirement and deferred compensation plans; paid personal leave plan; transit program, reduced tuition, employee discounts and memberships, etc.

In addition to teaching, full-time faculty maintains office hours and participate in department and college activities. This position is represented by the Bellevue College Association of Higher Education (BCAHE) union.

About The College

Bellevue College is a diverse student-centered, comprehensive and innovative college, committed to teaching excellence that advances the life-long educational development of its students while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of its diverse community. Bellevue College is located just 10 miles east of Seattle where we serve a student population of over 54% students of color and over 1,300 international students. The college promotes student success by providing high-quality, flexible, accessible educational programs and services; advancing pluralism, inclusion and global awareness; and acting as a catalyst and collaborator for a vibrant region.

We strive to create a vibrant and inclusive campus community that supports a diverse student body, faculty and staff. As an essential part of our vision, diversity, equity and pluralism are promoted and fostered in all aspects of college life. By enriching student life through leadership opportunities, personal learning and cultural experiences, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse campus community that fosters creativity, innovation and student success.

About the Department

The Health Sciences, Education & Wellness Institute (HSEWI) fosters successful completion of our diverse students' education goals, as well as advocates life-long wellness, learning, teaching, and service excellence. We provide a wide variety of accessible, rigorous, and engaging professional/technical courses, programs, and credentials that are responsive to individual, institutional, and community needs, prospects, and opportunities. Our Institute is comprised of sixteen unique programs which focus on providing excellent education and training for many professions in healthcare, education, and wellness.

Essential Functions

Teaching duties include:

• Promote equitable teaching and learning with a diverse student body, both on-campus and in clinical setting.

• Utilize a variety of teaching and learning strategies/techniques, including integration of technology to assist students in the achievement and assessment of learning outcomes.

• Maintain strong commitment to student success through fostering a positive and caring learning environment.

• Clinical coordination to include planning clinical experiences, maintaining clinical site visits and finding new clinical sites.

• Provide timely verbal and written assessments of student performance.

Non-Teaching duties include:

• Mentor adjunct clinical faculty.

• Maintain effective communication with faculty, staff, students, and clinical partners from diverse background.

• Actively and effectively participate in faculty group processes.

• Review content of assigned courses and integrate content relevant to the latest research developments, recommendations, and practices in the profession.

Participate in on-going curriculum development, revision, and program evaluation/assessment that incorporate the principles of diversity and inclusion.

Participate in Clinical Consortium Day (CCD) and DUTEC Information Sessions.

• Participate in the advising and mentoring of students enrolled in the program and of prospective students, including navigating obstacles that underrepresented, and historically marginalized student populations may experience in college (e.g. students with disabilities, students of color, first generation college students, LGBTQia students, Veterans, 2nd language learners, etc.).

• Participate in professional development activities in order to maintain professional qualifications and clinical competency in nursing education.

• Participate in community organizations, events, or in related projects and promote collaborative relationships with high schools and four-year colleges/universities (develop articulation agreements).

• Participate in college governance, decision making, and initiatives, such as the college wide effort to dismantle barriers that can impact underrepresented and historically marginalized student populations.

• Perform other pertinent contractual duties and functions that may be assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree from an accredited institution in Diagnostic Ultrasound.

• Current American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or equivalent Board-certification in Abdomen, OB/GYN & Vascular Ultrasound.

• Two (2) years of recent clinical experience in diagnostic ultrasound.

• Ability to connect and build relationships with students and colleagues from various ethnicities, ages, backgrounds, learning styles, and abilities.

• Demonstrated skills in Microsoft Office suite and internet navigation.

• Philosophy of education appropriate to teach in a diverse (multi-cultural, multi-ability) classroom and an advocate for pluralism.

Position Specifics Requirements: Diagnostic Ultrasound instructors must have the following abilities:

• The gross and fine motor skills required to assist students with providing safe and effective diagnostic ultrasound.

• The physical endurance and ability to work in a clinical setting with students for 4-6 hours.

• The physical endurance and strength sufficient to assist students with providing diagnostic ultrasound. For example, moving objects weighing 10-25 lbs or greater.

• Ability to