Program Director & Instructor – Radiologic Technology

Kilgore, TX
Full Time
Radiology
Experienced

Position summary:
The Radiologic Science program is an integral part of the college's occupational education offerings.  The college is looking for a Radiologic Science Program Director/Instructor. 
The person hired in this 10.5-month position will report to the Dean of Health Sciences and be responsible for the department's overall academic and administrative leadership.  The individual will also carry a 9-12 hour teaching load per long semester and summer teaching responsibilities.  Additional summer teaching responsibilities may be available based on programmatic needs.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Hiring, oversight, and evaluation of faculty and staff including orienting and mentoring all new faculty (including adjuncts) to the teaching responsibilities in the Rad Science program at the College and in the clinical sites
  • Works with clinical coordinator and admin support to Secure /renew contracts from clinical education affiliations
  • Participate in the development of the curriculum
  • Manages program in accordance with JRCERT standards
  • Ensures the curriculum, policies, procedures, and operations of the program meet ARRT standards
  • Participate in accreditation reporting, preparation, and record-keeping
  • Inventories and maintains the necessary supplies and equipment according to the budget projections
  • Plans annual program budget
  • Assessment & reporting
  • Facilities management/coordination
  • Equipment oversight and replacement
  • Work closely with other departments in the division to manage shared space and resources
  • Maintain program enrollment
  • Seek opportunities for program growth and expansion
  • Instructor
  • Prepares for and teaches classes as assigned while making good use of class time and keeping all classes for the scheduled period
  • Develop appropriate grading policies and methods of student assessment to monitor and communicate academic progress
  • Provides complete information to students regarding course syllabi, objectives, text, and materials required for the courses taught
  • Maintains accurate records of student attendance and academic progress
  • Recognizes individual differences in the classroom and adapts instructional techniques accordingly
  • Encourages and motivates students in a positive/professional manner to do their best
  • Refers students to appropriate staff, office or resource person for information, guidance, financial assistance, placement, etc.
  • Enforces regulations in the school catalog and student handbook
  • Attends scheduled faculty, department, and committee meetings
  • Uses college equipment and property appropriately and has students do the same
  • May be required to teach online

Minimum Knowledge & Skills Knowledge in:

  • CAAHEP rules and regulations
  • Surg Tech curriculum, implementation, revision and evaluation
  • Counseling skills (students, faculty and staff)
  • Applicable computer programs and equipment
  • Public relations principles and practices
  • Supervisory principles
  • Budget planning and monitoring
  • Regulatory issues pertaining to program
Skills in:
  • Monitoring and evaluating staff
  • Prioritizing work and performing multiple tasks
  • Using computers and software application programs
  • Designing curriculum and course offerings
  • Facilitating effective group interactions
  • Solving problems
  • Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction. Preferred Knowledge & Skills
  • In addition to the minimum skills, it is preferred that the incumbent have experience with
  • Surg Tech curriculum development, implementation, revision, and evaluation
  • Grant writing and management
  • Program assessment
The above duties are not all-inclusive; rather, they illustrate the type of work assigned to a position incumbent.  All listed duties are considered essential functions of the job. 

SKILLS & ABILITIES
  • Proficiency in curriculum design, program administration, evaluation, instruction, and academic advising
  • Maintains current knowledge of discipline and educational methodologies through professional development
  • Has attention to detail and prioritizes tasks to multi-task effectively
  • Able to demonstrate good customer service and professionalism
  • Proficiency in typing, Microsoft Office, and email etiquette
  • Excellent communication skills (both written and oral)
  • Proficiency in problem resolution and critical decision making
  • Uses interpersonal communication to establish and maintain effective working relationships as well as effective student-teacher relationships
Minimum Position Requirements:
  • Master's degree required; Doctorate preferred
  • Three years of professional clinical experience in Medical Imaging
  • Three years of instructional experience
  • Current registration in radiography from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or an equivalent
  • Familiarity with JRCERT Accreditation Standards
  • Candidates with post-primary certifications preferred
Supervisory Responsibilities:
  • 3 Full-Time Direct Reports      0 Part-Time Direct Reports

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

  • Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
  • No or very limited physical effort required; however, the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.
  • No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
Safety:
  • Provide resources for safe operation of units. Create and support workplace safety

Salary & Benefits: 

  • 36-hour work week for a healthy work life balance as well generous paid leave time.
  • Health, life, and income protection insurance are provided.
  • An excellent retirement program through the Teacher Retirement System or Optional Retirement Plan ‘ORP’ for full time faculty.
  • Full Time employees have free use of the college’s recreational/fitness facilities
  • Tuition scholarships are for the employee and dependent children. 
  • Compensation for this 10.5-month position is based on years of teaching at institutions of higher education, and highest level of education. Base pay for no experience ranges from $50,167 for a master’s degree to $58,193 for a doctorate. Overload and summer classes are paid separately.  

Kilgore College does not participate in the federal Social Security program. As a result, employees/retirees of the college are subject to the federal Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and possibly the Government Pension Offset (GPO) laws. For information on the WEP and the GPO, visit the Social Security Administration's website at http://www.ssa.gov/gpo-wep.

Kilgore College is a two-year, comprehensive public community college with a campus in Kilgore and an extension center in Longview, Texas. With approximately 6,000 students, Kilgore College is a student-centered institution characterized by excellence in teaching and quality learning opportunities. Kilgore College is focused on continually improving their students’ holistic experience leading them to success in life while improving access to higher education and partnering with those who advance the vision of a stronger community culturally, socially and economically.

Vision Statement: We commit to be the higher education institution of choice in Northeast Texas.

Positions will remain open until filled. Teaching positions will be required to submit official transcripts upon an offer of employment. An offer of employment will be contingent upon passing a background check. Federal law prohibits the employment of unauthorized aliens. All persons hired must submit satisfactory proof of employment authorization and identity within three (3) days of being hired. Failure to submit proof within the required time shall result in immediate employment termination. All position appointments are subject to approval by the college's Board of Trustees.

This description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. Kilgore College reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or with notice. Employees may be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made by Kilgore College at its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Kilgore College is an equal opportunity and affirmative action institution and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability in violation of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act or 34 C.F.R. Part 104, veteran’s status or genetic information in its educational programs, employment policies or activities.

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All positions are located in Kilgore, TX. No fully remote positions are available at this time. All employees must be available to physically present to work on the Kilgore, TX or Longview, TX Campus.

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