What are the responsibilities and job description for the Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Instructor position at Central Coast College?
Summary:
The instructor is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction and student support that prepares learners for entry-level employment and/or certification/licensure outcomes in their program of study. Instructors create an engaging, safe, and inclusive learning environment; assess student learning and skills attainment; maintain accurate records; and collaborate with campus and corporate teams to advance student success, retention, completion, and employability.
Essential Functions
- Deliver instruction aligned to approved course outcomes, lesson plans, and institutional standards across assigned modality (on-campus, lab, clinical, online/hybrid).
- Evaluate student performance and skills using objective, documented methods; provide timely feedback and remediation.
- Maintain accurate and compliant academic records (attendance, grades, competencies, clinical hours, student progress documentation).
- Promote professionalism, safety, and ethical conduct consistent with industry expectations and institutional policy.
- Communicate student progress, concerns, and interventions to academic leadership and support services in a timely manner.
- Participate in continuous improvement, curriculum review, in-service training, and accreditation/compliance activities as assigned.
Core Responsibilities (Universal)
A. Instructional Delivery & Learning Experience
- Prepare for each class/session with clear objectives, required materials, and an organized instructional plan.
- Provide students with course information (objectives, grading criteria, policies, required supplies) at the start of the course/module.
- Use effective instructional strategies (demonstration, guided practice, simulations, case-based learning, skills stations, group activities) appropriate to adult learners.
- Maintain firm, fair, and consistent classroom/lab/clinical management.
- Start and end sessions on time and maximize instructional time.
- Integrate employability skills (professionalism, communication, teamwork, time management, customer/patient care) into instruction.
- Use approved textbooks, curriculum, and assessment tools; do not implement unapproved curriculum changes without authorization.
B. Student Assessment, Feedback & Support
- Administer quizzes, exams, skill check-offs, practical’s, and/or clinical evaluations in accordance with program and institutional standards.
- Grade and return assessments within required timelines; provide clear feedback linked to learning objectives.
- Provide tutoring, remediation, and re-teaching as needed, document interventions and student progress.
- Identify at-risk students early (attendance, academic performance, professionalism) and initiate early alert interventions and referrals.
- Support students’ readiness for certification/licensure exams when applicable (review strategies, practice assessments, targeted remediation).
C. Documentation, Administration & Compliance
- Accurately record attendance, grades, competencies, lab/clinical hours, and student progress in the approved systems by established deadlines.
- Maintain confidentiality of student records and follow FERPA and all institutional privacy requirements.
- Comply with all applicable federal and state regulations, institutional policies, and programmatic accreditor/board requirements.
- Maintain required instructor credentials, licensure, and continuing education; provide documentation upon request.
- Participate in scheduled faculty meetings, in-service training, advisory committees, and accreditation preparation activities as assigned.
D. Lab, Clinical, and Externship Responsibilities (As Applicable)
- Supervise students during lab/clinical activities; ensure safe practices, infection control, and proper use of equipment and supplies.
- Evaluate and document student competencies using approved checklists/rubrics; ensure skills signoffs are complete and accurate.
- Coordinate and collaborate with Career Services regarding the clinical/externship partners as assigned, support student professionalism and site readiness.
- Assist with maintaining lab readiness (inventory, organization, equipment checks, cleanliness) and promptly report and log equipment issues or safety concerns.
E. Collaboration, Culture & Professionalism
- Model professional behavior and uphold institutional culture and values; maintain appropriate boundaries with students.
- Communicate proactively with the Director of Education/Program leadership regarding curriculum pacing, student outcomes, and resource needs.
- Collaborate with the DOE, Program Director, Student Services, Registrar, and Career Services to support retention, completion, and placement goals.
- Support campus activities such as orientations, workshops, skills fairs, and employer engagement events when assigned.
- Maintain professional attire and appearance consistent with policy and industry norms.
F. Distance Education / Hybrid Responsibilities (If assigned)
- Maintain an active online presence in the LMS; post announcements, content, assignments, and feedback according to standards and timelines.
- Facilitate meaningful interaction and engagement (discussion facilitation, virtual labs/demos when applicable, tutoring).
- Ensure compliance with distance education policies, including attendance/participation tracking, identity verification practices if required, and timely grading.
Minimum Qualifications
- Meets the school’s and applicable regulatory/accreditor minimum qualifications for instructors in the assigned program(s).
- Must have a minimum of three years of experience, education and/or training in the current practices of the subject are they are teaching.
- Current professional license/certification in the field when required by regulation, accreditor, or program standard.
- Relevant occupational experience in the field sufficient to teach assigned content; ability to demonstrate required skills and procedures.
- Strong communication skills and ability to teach adult learners in diverse learning environments.
- Basic proficiency with instructional technology (email, LMS, office productivity tools) or willingness to learn quickly.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior teaching, training, or precepting experience in postsecondary, workforce, clinical, or corporate training settings.
- Experience supporting certification/licensure exam preparation and outcomes improvement.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to present complex concepts clearly and to adapt instruction based on student needs and performance data.
- Ability to evaluate skills objectively and to document performance accurately.
- Ability to maintain a professional, inclusive, and respectful learning environment.
- Ability to manage time, meet deadlines, and maintain high attention to detail for compliance documentation.
- Ability to work collaboratively across departments and to contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
- Assists with Additional duties as assigned.
Physical Demands / Work Environment
- Ability to move within classrooms, labs, and clinical settings; stand for extended periods; and demonstrate hands-on skills as required by the program.
- Ability to lift and move instructional materials and supplies consistent with program needs (reasonable accommodations available).
- May involve exposure to clinical/lab environments and related safety requirements, including use of PPE when applicable.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee assistance program
- Retirement plan
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- MRI: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- ARRT (MR) Certification (Preferred)
- ARMRIT Certification (Preferred)
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $56,479 - $85,232