Instructor - Radiation Therapy

East Central College • Buffalo, NY

19d • Hybrid

About The Position

Faculty teach department courses and evaluate student performance pursuant to guidelines set by the department and the College. Faculty report to the Department Chair within the Academic Unit. Faculty are responsible for preparing lessons and student learning activities. Faculty must maintain accurate records on students and submit pertinent data to the department and/or the College.

Requirements

• Candidates must be able to demonstrate awareness and sensitivity towards promoting an inclusive and diverse learning environment.
• Knowledge of academic discipline
• Ability to implement a variety of teaching strategies
• Use of instructional technology where appropriate
• Experience with computerized student record management
• Ability to develop educational programs
• Ability to teach effectively at the college level
• Initiative and resourcefulness
• Industrious and dependability
• Ability to work in a team and collaborative environment
• Effective communication skills
• Experience teaching a diverse student body
• Physically capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Bachelor's Degree within the Academic Discipline or a closely related field as approved by Human Resources in conjunction with the Academic Unit
• 30 hours of advanced study in area of specialization and satisfactory evaluation of professional responsibilities or appropriate master’s degree; OR A professional certificate and satisfactory evaluation of professional responsibilities.
• Holds at minimum, Bachelor’s degree or proof of course progress with degree completion attainable within 24 months
• Current certification in Radiation Therapy professional credentials appropriate to subject content area taught
• Must have personal transportation and be willing to travel to clinical affiliate sites
• Documents the equivalent of two years full-time experience in the professional discipline
• Holds American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification in good standing
• Current NYS license or eligible
• Thorough knowledge of radiation therapy methods and theory
• Ability to coordinate and evaluate clinical rotations through affiliate sites
• Good knowledge of record keeping and assessment systems
• Ability to work well with program director and staff
• Sound professional judgment

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in a related field
• 2 years of radiation therapy experience
• Minimum of one year of experience as an instructor in a Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) accredited program
• Certified medical Dosimetrist (CMD)
• experience in dosimetry a plus

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of subject
• Provides students with appropriate learning materials and expertise in assigned subject(s)
• Prepares course syllabi which motivate and engage students
• Aligns learning activities with Departmental course outcomes
• Evaluates student’s performance based on course learning outcomes
• Assists students as faculty advisor and holds office hours
• Provides tutorial help to students
• Serves on departmental, unit, and college committees
• Provides as appropriate learning environment for students
• Respond to students and provide students with assistance and guidance
• Responsible for contributing to and maintaining an inclusive and collaborative College environment
• Adheres to all College policies and follow the process as outlined in the Student Code of Conduct
• Fulfills all duties as required in the FFECC Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Prepare and provide students with course outlines that support learning objectives set forth in the course syllabus.
• Develop and measure learning outcomes.
• Assess student performance and maintain grade records.
• Evaluates students and participates in assessment process
• Obtains and records evaluations of students
• Correlates clinical education with didactic education
• Supervises clinical education and evaluates its effectiveness in cooperation with the Program Director in periodic review and revision of clinical course materials
• Consults with the program director on student rotation schedules and coordinates completion of rotations through each clinical facility
• Maintains current knowledge of professional discipline and educational methodologies through continuing professional development
• Maintains a master schedule documenting equitable clinical education rotations for students
• Maintains current knowledge of program policies, procedures, and student progress
• Supports the program director to help assure effective program operation
• Assists in the interview and selection process of program applicants
• Participates in departmental, advisory, and clinical supervisor meetings
• Records the performance objectives and overall grade for each student evaluation
• Participates in JRCERT accreditation assessment and meeting or exceeding benchmarks

Benefits

• Excellent health and benefits packages are comparable to offerings through similar county and New York State positions.
• Tuition-free college courses are available for both employees and their families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level