What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cardiac Sonography Concentration Coordinator position at Temple College?
Position Summary & Essential Duties
The following duties and responsibilities, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA’s), and physical requirements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. The information listed below is not intended to be construed as a complete listing of all duties and responsibilities, KSA’s, and physical requirements required of this position since changes to the position may occur at any time or additional requirements may be added over the course of time.
Under direct supervision of the Department Chair of the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program, the incumbent will teach and ensure the effectiveness of the Adult Cardiac Program. Make curriculum addition, deletion, assessment, and reviews. Oversee quality review and improvement for the program. In addition, perform duties and responsibilities the DMSO department Chair assigns to support the DMSO program’s operation.
Qualifications (Required and Preferred)
Associate’s Degree in Sonography field and two years of directly related work experience.
CERTIFICATION OR LICENSES:
RDCS in Adult Echocardiology (AE) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS)
PREFERRED:
Bachelor's Degree (or higher)
Five (5) five years of directly related work experience
RVT in Vascular Technology (VT) or RT in Sonography (S) or Vascular Sonography (VS)
Job Duties and Responsibilities
The incumbent will:
- Develop and teach assigned classes in keeping with syllabi, outlines, and instructional materials.
- Cultivate healthy teacher-student relationships.
- Engage students in active learning.
- Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, course materials, and methods of instruction.
- Provide laboratory instruction in assigned courses.
- Compose, edit, review, and approve learning objectives.
- Develop, administer, compile, and grade assignments for assigned courses.
- Review assessments with students.
- Post and maintain office hours as assigned.
- Counsel students with academic and/or personal problems, referring to appropriate personnel or agencies as necessary.
- Utilize advancements in technology to improve instructional methodology.
- Stay abreast of developments in the discipline by reading current literature, interacting and collaborating with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
- Incorporates best practices.
- Seek feedback to improve the quality of teaching.
- Participate in academic/professional organizations.
- Participate in professional development to improve skills related to job assignments annually.
- Maintain accurate student records in compliance with Temple College requirements.
- Collaborate with colleagues and the chair to address teaching, curriculum improvements, book recommendations, instructional materials development, and research issues.
- Oversee quality review and improvement of the educational program.
- Cooperatively work with the medical advisor (s).
- Work with colleagues to seek and maintain program accreditation.
- Recruit for and promote Temple College and specific programs.
- Instruct Distance Ed or Dual Credit courses as assigned.
- Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors and coworkers; communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents; present model behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.
- Fosters collegiality within the department/division.
- Demonstrate a commitment to ethics and integrity.
- Comply with all Temple College and other appropriate agencies and partnerships policies, procedures, and practices.
- Serve on department committees as needed and appointed by the department chair and appropriate college committees.
- Contribute to the growth of the college by active involvement on task forces or committees.
- Demonstrate participation in activities that contribute to the growth of the community.
- Perform job-related duties as assigned.
SOCIAL CONSTRUCTS REQUIRED OF POSITION:
- Display empathy and positive regard for others in written, verbal, and non-verbal communication.
- Work with colleagues and students by practicing punctuality, respect for deadlines, collaborative problem solving, and honest communication.
- Be friendly and collegial with co-workers, faculty, students, staff, and visitors to the campus.
- Build trusting relationships by acting with integrity, courtesy, and responsibility, even in the face of stress or demanding workplace conditions.
- Maintain proficiency as needed and approved by attending trainings, reading job-related materials, and meeting with others in area of responsibility.
- Dress appropriately for a workplace with frequent customer service interaction and community outreach.
- Meet all required standards of confidentiality. Keep work areas in a clean and orderly manner.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities & Physical Demands
KNOWLEDGE:
- Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design.
- Knowledge of teaching and instruction for individuals and groups.
- Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies procedure, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operation for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
- Knowledge of the appropriate subject matter and the application of the subject matter for the discipline being taught.
SKILLS:
- Skill in effective communication strategies, both verbal and written, in dealing with students and other involved parties.
ABILITIES:
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals.
- Ability to effectively present information to students, public groups, or professional organizations.
- Ability to apply concepts to practical situations. Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
- Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables simultaneously.
- Ability to provide effective teaching and instruction for individuals and groups.
- Ability to assess student learning outcomes
- Ability to work with a diverse population.
PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Physical activity is required with occasional lifting of objects up to 30 pounds.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is performed in a classroom, healthcare learning lab, clinical, and office settings. Duties will require travel in personal or school-owned vehicles.
Primary schedule is Monday-Thursday: 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Friday: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, but will vary depending on program needs. Position may require evening or weekend availability.
This is an on-site position. Essential duties of the role must be performed in-person, during prescribed work hours.
HOURS REQUIRED PER WEEK:
40
TRS/ORP:
TRS or ORP
REPORTS TO:
Department Chair, DMSO Program