Nuclear Medicine Technology Faculty and Clinical Coordinator

Saint Joseph's University•Lancaster, CA

18d•$70,000 - $80,000

About The Position

This position is for the LANCASTER, PA location. The Clinical Coordinator of the Nuclear Medicine Technology (NMT) Program provides effective leadership in developing, conducting, and ongoing assessment of the clinical education program. This includes but is not limited to review, revision, and implementation of curriculum, student recruitment and progression, simulation integration, and management of the program’s clinical activities. The Clinical Coordinator works closely with the Nuclear Medicine Technology Program Director and the Executive Director of Allied Health Program in the School of Nursing and Allied Health (SNAH). This is a 12-month full time faculty position with both clinical and teaching responsibilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited academic institution.
Certification and registration in nuclear medicine technology from a national certification board.
Have a minimum of two years post‐certification nuclear medicine technology experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication.
Ability to solve problems creatively and effectively.
Exceptional interpersonal skills.
High level of emotional intelligence and self-awareness.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as required by the circumstances.
Flexibility in managing a dynamic and evolving academic program.

Nice To Haves

ARRT (CT) certification; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Promotes and contributes to enhancing the University’s high-performing learner-centered environment.
Facilitates didactic, laboratory, and/or clinical instruction, using strategies that stimulate interest and maximize student learning.
Incorporates current theories, research, and practice into the design of instruction, including plans for development and revision of curriculum.
Supervises and assesses student learning to achieve outcomes at the course and/or program level.
Contributes to the development, implementation, and evaluation of courses, programs, and School strategies.
Demonstrates a commitment to scholarship through professional development that enhances teaching, learning, and administrative capabilities.
Demonstrates service to the SNAH, the University, profession, and /or community.
Participates in faculty and leadership meetings within the SNAH.
Demonstrates a commitment to scholarship through participation in professional development that enhances teaching and learning.
Assists in the daily operations of the program as instructed by the Program Director and/or the Director of Allied Health Programs.
Models professional values in support of the mission, vision, educational outcomes, and strategic direction of the University.
Performs other duties that may be in the best interest of the SNAH and University as requested by academic leadership.
Responsible for the daily operations of clinical education, including program administration, organization, and supervision of students to optimize program effectiveness.
Facilitates frequent and consistent contact with students, clinical faculty, and clinical affiliates in all program locations.
Coordinates clinical assignments and experiences at the clinical affiliates.
Monitors student compliance with site requirements.
Contacts and evaluates clinical sites for suitability as a required or elective rotation experience and works with site representatives to identify suitable preceptors to supervise students.
Ensures orientation to the program’s requirements of the personnel who supervise or instruct students at clinical sites.
Ensures appropriate supervision/assessment of students is available at all clinical sites.
Organizes and develops clinical curriculum needed for the development of evolving practice skills.
Assesses the overall effectiveness of the clinical training for all students.
Works with the Program Director to ensure that student clinical experiences are coordinated with didactic and laboratory education.
Manages student issues according to program-specific, SNAH, and University policies.
Collaborates with the Program Director and Strategic Enrollment Management in student recruitment, retention, and marketing efforts.
Participates in periodic program assessments, such as continuous quality review, evaluation of program effectiveness, and improvement of the program.
Assists the Program Director in the training and onboarding of regular and adjunct faculty in the classroom, laboratory, and clinical settings.
Contributes to the development, review, and revisions to program outcomes, curriculum, course syllabi, course evaluations, policies, and procedures.
Provides effective leadership in developing, conducting, and ongoing assessment of the clinical education program.
Conducts in-person site visits at each clinical site once per semester.