Workshop Instructor - Radiology

RiverStone Health • Billings, MT

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Workshop Instructor provides instruction to students seeking licensure as a limited permit holder of X-ray in Montana and surrounding areas. The Basic X-Ray Techniques Workshop is a 104-hour course combining self-guided study with eight days of in-person training at RiverStone Health’s Main Campus. The workshop takes place twice per year, in spring and fall. The instructor teaches assigned portions as part of a team, with approximately 70 total hours of instruction divided among the instructors. Offers are contingent on approval by the Montana Board of Radiologic Technologists; candidates must submit a brief biography, resume, licensing information, and any other information requested by the Board.

The position is classified as casual and non-exempt, is paid $100 per day, and does not qualify for benefits. The instructor works under the supervision and direction of the Program Director, with leeway to exercise independent judgment and initiative. The role includes daily written and verbal communication with students, RiverStone Health staff, and external stakeholders, and responsibility for managing time, training materials, and other resources.

Requirements

• Five years of experience as a radiologic technologist, limited permit holder, radiographic practitioner assistant/radiologic assistant, podiatrist, radiologist, or chiropractor.
• Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or a limited permit holder in the State of Montana.
• Working knowledge of radiation physics, image acquisition and evaluation, film critique, radiobiology, radiation exposure, radiation protection, radiation safety, patient care, anatomy, and positioning.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain a flexible schedule that includes weekends.
• Approval by the Montana Board of Radiologic Technologists to teach the course; candidates must submit a brief biography, resume, licensing information, and any other information requested by the Board.

Nice To Haves

• Comfort providing instruction in limited physics, limited mathematics, and radiation safety as they apply to limited permit holders of X-ray.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to up to 24 students on assigned workshop days using course materials, agendas, topics, and resources approved by the State of Montana, AART, and ASRT.
• Use teaching methods that engage students through visual, auditory, and kinesthetic instruction.
• Answer students’ questions to support their learning.
• Keep the workshop on schedule so students receive all instruction required by licensing and accreditation authorities.
• Prepare and plan for effective classroom instruction, including becoming familiar with all course materials.
• Attend pre-planning meetings before the spring and fall workshops.
• Maintain a neat and orderly learning environment and clean and return equipment to its appropriate storage position after use.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of RiverStone Health’s mission and goals.
• Manage time, training materials, and other resources.

What This Job Offers

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