Program Director, Medical Laboratory Technician Program

$68,497 - $90,869/Yr

Lincoln Land Community College - Springfield, IL

Full-time - Senior

Onsite - Springfield, IL

Educational Services

About the position

The Program Director for the Medical Laboratory Technician Program at Lincoln Land Community College is responsible for leading and managing the program, ensuring compliance with national accreditation standards, and providing direction to faculty and staff. This full-time position involves overseeing instructional delivery, managing student transitions, and participating in professional development while fostering a positive educational environment.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Dean to provide day-to-day direction for program faculty and staff.
• Oversee all methods of instruction delivery within the program.
• Manage risks associated with clinical and practical education of students.
• Manage student transition into the program and retention.
• Conduct student conferences, as appropriate.
• Plan, organize, supervise, and manage all aspects of Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) program operation.
• Perform autonomous decision-making on all issues related to program operations including statutory requirements.
• Keep the program in compliance with stated goals and objectives.
• Assist in marketing/recruitment of students.
• Participate in ongoing professional development.
• Network on a professional level with local, state, and national leaders in medical laboratory sciences.

Requirements

• Master's degree required.
• Possess ASCP-BOC or ASCPi-BOC generalist certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist.
• Three years of teaching experience.
• Knowledge of education methods and administration.
• Knowledge of current NAACLS accreditation procedures and certification procedures.

Nice-to-haves

• Doctoral degree.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance