Adjunct - FY25 Radiologic Technology Instructor

Los Angeles Community College District • Monterey Park, CA

209d • $86

About The 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 2025 semester. This position involves theory, laboratory, and clinical teaching responsibilities. 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Radiologic Technology, Health Science or Health Care Administration.
• Possess an excellent academic record and have experience teaching radiologic technology at the community college level, including in a clinical environment.
• Exhibit knowledge of current radiologic technology theory, lab components, and clinical practice in the subject matter to be taught.
• Experience with proper clinical documentation in radiology information systems (RIS) and health informatics with knowledge and compliance of standards of confidentiality (HIPAA).
• Possess the ability to assume responsibility and accountability for instruction, evaluation of students, and planning and implementing curriculum content in the 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.
• Demonstrate the development, understanding, and experience teaching and assessing student learning outcomes.
• Ability to work effectively with computers, augmented and virtual reality, and other forms of innovative technology in the instruction of Radiography courses.
• Possess a commitment to collegiality within the instructional environment by interacting effectively with colleagues and maintaining active participation in departmental meetings and committees.
• Able to establish positive relationships and maintain collegiality with college personnel, department faculty and staff, and clinical and/or community partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses over an academic year in accordance with established course outline.
• Provide resource and coaching to students as needed.
• Participate in the development and the assessment of student learning outcomes (SLO's) and Guided Pathways endeavors to support student success.
• Maintain scheduled office hours for student contact.
• 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 for the attainment of learning objectives.
• Develop and update department course curricula and course syllabi.
• Develop resources, materials, and strategies, including using multimedia technology platforms, including augmented, virtual and mixed reality experiences to teach students in a multicultural environment.
• 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 as needed; 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 course outlines, assist with student advisement and participate actively on campus committees.
• Develop supplementary materials and incorporate best practices of instructional design and innovative technology to complement textbooks, other published materials, and lecture presentations.

Benefits

• The salary schedule for adjunct instructors begins at $86.85 per standard hour, plus an office hour differential of $20.32 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree