Clinical Instructor- Radiology

Advocate Health • Elgin, IL

2d • $33 - $50 • Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Instructor oversees radiology student activities and training in the clinical setting while also working as a radiologic technologist. The instructor prepares and maintains assigned educational phases of the student program in accordance with Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) accreditation standards and promotes quality standards for radiologic technology education.

The role teaches students to apply radiography theory in practical settings, demonstrates radiologic procedures, positions patients, selects exposure factors, follows ALARA principles, and performs patient positioning and transport duties. The instructor evaluates students, maintains required records, enforces clinical program policies, contributes to program outcome assessment and improvement, and promotes the profession through presentations. The instructor may also provide didactic instruction in areas of expertise and must provide age-appropriate patient care consistent with departmental policies and procedures.

The position is primarily day shift, with flexibility needed to accommodate students. Weekend, call, and holiday rotation is required. The posting describes a part-time opening of 20 hours per week and also indicates that candidates seeking full-time work at 40 hours per week may be considered.

Requirements

• Radiography (R) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Radiographer license issued by the state of Illinois.
• Completion of an accredited or approved Radiography program, with advanced training beyond high school.
• Typically, 2 years of experience in the professional discipline.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and supervise student radiographers.
• Qualified to teach the assigned subject area.
• Knowledge of program mission, goals, and policies.
• Understanding of clinical objectives and the clinical evaluation system.
• Maintain professional competency through continuing professional development and scholarly activities.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills for age-appropriate patient care and apply knowledge of growth and development across the life span.
• Ability to stand for up to 60% of the day; walk, lift, squat, bend, and twist; frequently lift up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift over 100 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to use hands and feet to operate equipment, with clear speech and good vision and hearing.
• Ability to work with exposure to chemicals and radiation and wear protective clothing as needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee radiology student activities and training in the clinical setting.
• Prepare and maintain assigned educational phases of the student program in accordance with JRCERT accreditation standards and promote appropriate education quality standards.
• Teach students to apply radiography theory in practical settings and demonstrate basic to advanced radiologic procedures.
• Position patients, select appropriate exposure factors, follow ALARA principles, and perform patient positioning and transporting duties.
• Serve as a role model for high-quality technical skills, effective interpersonal skills, teamwork, and a positive work environment.
• Evaluate students through testing, observation, and staff communication and feedback.
• Maintain student records required by JRCERT.
• Participate in radiology program outcome assessment, collect data, and suggest program improvements.
• Enforce program policies in the clinical environment.
• Promote the profession through in-service presentations to technologists and other medical professionals, and presentations to student and professional groups outside the medical center.
• Provide didactic instruction in specific areas of expertise when needed.
• Provide care appropriate to patients’ ages and developmental needs, consistent with department policies and procedures.
• Operate equipment necessary to perform the job.

Benefits

• Paid time off programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Potential premium pay for shifts, on-call work, and other eligible situations.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree