Instructor – Clinical Coordinator Cardiovascular Technology

Instructor – Clinical Coordinator Cardiovascular Technology

This job is a full time, benefited, FLSA exempt position in the Health Sciences Division that reports to the Dean of Health Sciences.

Salary: $69,680/yr

Minimum Qualifications( Minimum Qualifications 10607)

Associate’s degree in field and R – Current in one or more of the following: Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) OR Registered Cardiovascular Diagnostic Sonographer (RDCS) OR Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) and R – minimum TWO years in field experience

Preferred Qualifications:

In addition to the minimum qualifications, Prior experience with JRC-CVT accreditation preferred. Master’s degree in related field preferred. Prior instruction in a JRC-CVT accredited program and experience in curriculum development. Experience in teaching college-level courses in two-year colleges or degree-granting technical colleges. Experience in the course and curriculum development, demonstrated flexibility with the diverse student population and learning styles; demonstrated experience with a variety of teaching strategies including the use of advanced instructional technologies. Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively with faculty, staff, students, and the community. Ability to teach in the classroom. Proficient in written and oral communication. Demonstrated occupational competency. Must be computer literate with the ability to use common software programs. Some experience with online instruction a plus.

Job Description Summary:

Under general supervision, prepares lesson plans for classroom, lab or clinical instruction for credited Cardiovascular Technology or Echocardiography courses at Gwinnett Technical College. Implements program curriculum to meet state, national and/or accreditation standards. Develops program and syllabi, goals, and objectives. Teaches face-to-face, hybrid, and online classes as needed to provide course delivery and scheduling options that promote student retention and program completion. Evaluates students’ progress in attaining goals and objectives. Requests and maintains supplies and equipment and prepares budget requests. Maintains program certification requirements, as appropriate. Prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports. Attends staff development training, workshops, seminars and conferences. Ensures safety and security requirements are met in the training area. Meets with students, staff members and other educators to discuss students’ instructional programs and other issues. Assists with recruitment, retention and job placement efforts and participates in college and community activities.

Displays a high level of effort and commitment to performing work; operates effectively within the organizational structure; demonstrates trustworthiness and responsible behavior.

· Demonstrates eagerness to learn and assume responsibility; seeks out and accepts increased responsibility; displays a “can do” approach to work.

· Shows persistence and seeks alternatives when obstacles arise; seeks alternative solutions; does things before being asked or forced to by events.

· Works within the system in a resourceful manner to accomplish reasonable work goals; shows flexibility in response to process change and adapts to and accommodates new methods and procedures.

· Accepts direction and feedback from supervisor and follows through appropriately.

· Works when scheduled; begins and ends work as expected; calls in according to policy when arriving late for work or when absent; observes provisions of Fair Labor Standards Act; observes policies on break and lunch periods; uses work time appropriately.

Ensure safety and security requirements are met in the training area.

· Construct training modules, tools, materials, supplies and equipment to comply with local requirements for safety and security needs and in accordance with state and federal work safety standards.

· Ensure students are instructed in and follow all safety rules for operating equipment and using tools.

· Ensure classrooms and work areas are properly cleaned and maintained at all times.

· Maintain a secure training and work area that proves freedom of movement for students during the performance of work and training assignments and complies with the security requirements of the organization.

· Ensure work-related projects are successfully completed and that they meet industrial standards.

Maintains program certification requirements, as appropriate.

· Earns required number of CE credits to maintain ARDMS or CCI certification.

· Participates in education meetings, workshops, etc. as requested.

· Meet all required organizational and accreditation policies and guidelines.

· Assist in conducting a self-study of the program’s compliance with technical college, program and accreditation standards.

· Follow and adjust curriculum to meet state and national standards.

· Exhibit and model positive work ethics.

Performs other duties as assigned in the fulfillment of the needs, philosophy, and purpose of Gwinnett Technical College.

Duties/Responsibilities: Percentage of Time:

Coordinates and evaluates students’ progress in attaining goals and objectives

related to clinical assignments

· Observe and evaluate student progress in the clinical/practicum

environment

· Communicates students’ progress to student and appropriate personnel

and according to established guidelines.

· Accurately records pertinent information in students’ records as required.

· Schedule all students for clinical affiliations and practicums.

· Manage correspondence relative to affiliations.

· Orient students to their responsibilities toward the clinical education center

and the college.

· Promote communication between the centers, the college, and program

students; visit centers and students as often as practical.

· Act as a liaison between center and college to assist with student problems

and provide consultation.

· Develop the clinical affiliate and clinical faculty members.

· Review and evaluate present centers against standards for continued use.

· Manage the clinical competency system.

· Evaluates and grades student performance through the competency-based

education system used by the program. 40 %

· Edit and revise the competency-based education system used in the program.

Develops clinical program and course outlines, goals, and objectives. (Performed

by some incumbents)

· Prepares appropriate curricula, including non-traditional content and

methods to achieve the objectives and goals of students.

· Follows designated and approved lesson plan(s) using appropriate

techniques and aids.

· Participates in standing or ad hoc committee meetings relating to

curriculum development, extracurricular activities, and other technical

college-sponsored activities or programs as required.

· Prepares program reports for submission to the supervisor within specified

time frames of request.

· Maintains a presence on campus during regular business hours to be

available for meetings, department functions, and administrative tasks. 15%

Prepares lesson plans for classroom instruction. (Performed by all incumbents)

· Delivers effective individualized programs of instruction to class members.

· Ensures adherence to technical college and safety requirements in

classrooms and labs by following established procedures.

· Correctly assesses the educational needs and class progress of students.

· Selects and obtains appropriate educational materials for courses.

· Prepares reports on the current status of students in the program

indicating whether performance is aligned with performance indicators,

program goals, and progress schedule.

Ensures consistency in syllabi, lesson plans, tests, and other appropriate materials. 5%

Evaluates students’ progress in attaining goals and objectives. (Performed by all

incumbents)

· Establishes criteria and tests the students to measure each student’s

progress.

· Communicates students’ progress to student and appropriate personnel

and according to established guidelines.

· Accurately records pertinent information in students’ records as required. 10%

Requests and maintains supplies and equipment and prepares required budget

requests. (Performed by all incumbents)

· Submits correct supply and equipment budget requests as necessary per

established guidelines.

· Performs and maintains classroom inventory according to established

policies and procedures.

· Maintains an organized and proper supply of classroom instructional

materials.

· Promptly notifies the supervisor of defective equipment. 5%

Maintains program certification requirements, as appropriate. (Performed by all

incumbents.)

· Attends a required number of hours of required training.

· Participates in education meetings, workshops, etc. as requested.

· Ensures certification meets all required organizational and accreditation

policies and guidelines.

· Thoroughly conducts a self-study of the program’s compliance with

technical college, program, and accreditation standards.

· Exhibits and models positive work ethics. 2%

Prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports. (Performed by all incumbents) · Prepares and submits students’ progress and participation reports per the prescribed guidelines. Conducts follow-up surveys. · Ensures documentation meets all required organizational and accreditation policies and state guidelines. · Analyzes collected data for program improvement. · Compiles and submits reports promptly to the supervisor. 3%

Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field by attending

staff development training, workshops, seminars, and conferences and by reading

professional literature in the related vocational field. (Performed by all

incumbents)

· Attends internal and external educational programs and professional

meetings that meet the requirements for continuing education in the

assigned specialty area.

· Reads professional literature and translates complex or technical

information into a meaningful format that may be understood by others.

· 5%

Meets with students, staff members, and other educators to discuss instructional

programs, curricula, and issues impacting the progress of the students. (Performed

by all incumbents)

· Advises students on course selection and other pertinent matters

professionally and effectively.

· Conducts office hours and is available on campus during regular business

hours to assist walk-in students as needed

· Actively participates in staff and faculty meetings as needed to discuss

students’ progress, problems, and/or programs.

· Serves as a mentor for adjunct faculty within the program area; is available

on campus for adjunct faculty who teach face-to-face or hybrid classes.

· 5%

Assists with recruitment, retention, and job placement efforts. (Performed by all

incumbents)

· Actively recruit students for classes by explaining the training offered and

prepares a master schedule for departmental class offerings.

· Prepares orientation for new students using effective materials while

displaying a professional and courteous manner.

· Actively participates in the retention efforts of the school. 5%

Maintains program certification requirements, as appropriate. (Performed by all

incumbents)

· Attends the required number of hours of required training.

· Participates in education meetings, workshops, etc., as requested.

· Ensures certification meets all required organizational and accreditation

policies and guidelines.

Thoroughly conducts a self-study of the program’s compliance with technical

college, program, and accreditation standards. 5%

Physical Demands: Frequency (N)Never, (O)Occasionally or (C)Constantly

Requires operation, access, or control of financial resources. O

Requires having a P-Card. N

Driving is a responsibility of this position. C

This position will have direct interaction or care of children under the age of

18 or direct patient care. O

This position will have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security,

personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications). O

This position is a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged

periods with or without reasonable accommodation. C

This position requires moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one

worksite to another with or without reasonable accommodation. C

This position requires the ability to adjust or move objects up to 15 pounds

in all directions with or without reasonable accommodation. C

This position requires the ability to repeat motions that may include the

wrists, hands and/or fingers with or without reasonable accommodation. C

This position requires the ability to operate machinery and/or power tools

with or without reasonable accommodation. O

Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment with or without reasonable

accommodation. N

Noisy environments. O

Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds with or without

reasonable accommodation. O

Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. O

Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more with or

without reasonable accommodation. O

Work in outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind. N

Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned. C

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