Salary: $59,133.00 AnnuallyLocation : 2600 South First Street Temple, TXJob Type: Full-Time (Faculty)Job Number: 00311Division: Health ProfessionsDepartment:SonographyOpening Date: 04/24/2024Closing Date: ContinuousFLSA: ExemptSalary Grade: FacultyWork Schedule: Primary schedule is Monday-Thursday: 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Friday: 8:00AM 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.Position Summary & Essential DutiesThefollowing 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. SUMMARY:Under direct supervision of the Department Chair of Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program, the incumbent will impart his or her didactic and clinical sonography experience to the assigned DMSO cohort. In addition, perform duties and responsibilities assigned by the DMSO department Chair to support the DMSO program's operation. Qualifications (Required and Preferred)MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL AND WORK REQUIREMENTS (MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS):Associate's Degree in Sonography field and two years directly related work.CERTIFICATION OR LICENSES: Applicant must possess both of the following certifications:RDMS in Abdomen (AB) and Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN)RVT in Vascular Technology (VT)PREFERRED:N/A Job Duties and Responsibilities The incumbent will:
- Cultivate healthy teacher-student relationships.
- Engage students in active learning
- Provide course syllabi for clinical and didactic instruction.
- Grade examinations and assignments and reviews evaluations with students.
- Distribute and collect student evaluations from clinical preceptors and clinical site evaluations from students.
- Develop the curriculum in the following areas: Clinical Instruction, other courses as assigned.
- Formulate and administers, as needed, student competencies.
- Maintain documentation of student time and attendance in clinic by using Trajecsys software.
- Maintain and ensures students clinical evaluation performance by monitoring clinical preceptor's feedback of the students.
- Visit clinical sites to provide instruction for students as deemed necessary. Consults with department chair and makes recommendations regarding the addition of clinical sites.
- Provide critical liaison with appropriate offices, departments and external agencies involved in medical and allied health education.
- Act as liaison between the clinical sites and the college.
- Consult with the department chair, and other department faculty as needed to assist in planning clinical rotations. Arranges clinical rotation of students.
- In coordination with the Program Director and legal team, secure compliance with medical liability, HRSA, HIPPA, and regulations.
- Provide didactic instruction in assigned courses.
- Provide laboratory instruction in assigned courses.
- Compose, edit, review, and approve learning objectives and test items.
- Assist in monitoring test administration and results, and all remediation activities as required, including coordination with the Student Progress Committee deliberations.
- Counsel students with academic and/or personal problems, referring to appropriate personnel or agencies as necessary and in a timely manner.
- Provide comprehensive updates and progress reports of clinical curriculum activities at faculty and staff meetings.
- Continue to develop as a faculty member of the college through advanced studies, research, and writing.
- Maintain professional skills by obtaining recommended continuing education and participating in professional workshops and conferences. Encourages and provides, when needed, continuing education to laboratory instructors.
- Orient new faculty members and adjunct faculty in their support of laboratory-year activities.
- Assist the Program Director with budget preparation and management, as well as problem-solving activities related to laboratory-year instruction and activities.
- Assist the Program Director in preparing appropriate reports and necessary self-studies related to program accreditation.
- Assist the Program Director in evaluating teaching and learning effectiveness of the clinical-year curriculum.
- Review educational literature and learning media to keep abreast of new teaching / learning strategies.
- Serve on Department committees as needed and appointed by the Department Chair, and appropriate College committees.
- Contribute to 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 communications.
- 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:Heavy physical activity performing strenuous day activities of a primarily productive/technical nature with the ability to lift at least 50 pounds. WORKING CONDITIONS:Work is normally performed in laboratories and classrooms. WORK SCHEDULE: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 SUPERVISORY DUTIES:Clinical preceptors. REPORTS TO:Department Chair, DMSO ProgramTEMPLE COLLEGE BENEFITSTo enhance the employment opportunity you may be seeking, Temple College offers a competitive array of benefit options to select from, some of which are fully paid for by the college. Listed below is a summary of benefits currently offered for full-time employees. Part-time employees are eligible for specific benefits on a pro-rated basis. MEDICAL AND OPTIONAL INSURANCE COVERAGE BENEFIT OPTIONS The Medical and optional insurance coverage benefit options listed below are offered through Temple College by the Employees Retirement System (ERS) of Texas. Please visit ERS at for further information.
- MEDICAL: Eligible full-time employees can choose from the following medical programs which begin the first day of the month following the 60th day of employment:
- HealthSelect of Texas Blue Cross Blue Shield (PPO)
- Consumer Directed HealthSelect Blue Cross Blue Shield (HSA)
Medical plans include prescription coverage. Employee medical coverage monthly premiums are fully paid for by the college and the college pays for one-half (1/2) of the cost of dependent care coverage monthly premiums.
Dental (PPO and HMO), Vision, Optional Term Life Insurance, Voluntary Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Dependent Term Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability, Texa$aver (457 plan), TexFlex-Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement.Optional benefits are employee paid but are offered at very competitive rates.ANNUAL AND SICK LEAVE ACCRUALS
Regular, full-time twelve (12) month faculty and staff accrue Annual Leave as follows:
- Years of Service: 0 through 5
- Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Month) = 8
- Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Year) = 96
Years of Service: 6 through 10 - Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Month) =10
- Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Year) =120
Years of Service: 10 plus years - Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Month) =12
- Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Year) =144
Annual leave may be accrued up to a limit of 240 hours with special provisions allowing for annual accruals above that limit. Faculty with contracts less than 12 months do not accrue Annual Leave but are provided with 20 hours of personal time per fiscal year.
Faculty and Administrative Staff: Accruals of 8 hours per month. Sick Leave may be accrued up to a limit of 1040 total hours. Faculty with contracts less than 12 months will receive accruals during the summer semester if they instruct during that time.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- HOLIDAYS:Recognized college holidays, in addition to Annual and Sick leave accruals, include Labor Day, Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, Martin Luther King Day, Spring Break, Good Friday, Memorial Day and Independence Day.
- PAYROLL: Employees are paid by direct deposit through the last working day of the month. Actual deposits are paid on the last working business day of the month. All benefit deductions are taken at that time.
- RETIREMENT: Temple College is one of the few community colleges in the state of Texas to be permitted Federal Social Security deductions. Temple College is a Section 218 employer.
All regular employees are mandated by the Texas State Legislature to enroll in either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) however, ORP participation is based upon position. All faculty members are eligible to participate in either TRS or ORP. A list of ORP providers is available.Please visit TRS at for further information.
- Contribution:
- Member: Teacher Retirement System (TRS) = 8.0% of annual salary
- Employer: Teacher Retirement System (TRS) = 7.75% of member's annual salary
Contribution: - Member: Optional Retirement Program (ORP) = 6.65 % of annual salary
- Employer: Optional Retirement Program (ORP) = 6.6% of annual salary
Tax Sheltered Annuities (TSAs) also known as Tax Deferred Annuities (TDAs) are available to all employees who are eligible to participate in the TRS/ORP retirement program and who wish to participate in this program. This participation is voluntary and contributions are made from the employee's salary. A list of providers is available.
- MISCELLANEOUS LEAVE: Family and Medical Leave (FMLA), Jury Duty, Bereavement, Deteriorating weather, and Military training.
- WORKERS COMPENSATION: If an employee is injured on the job, Temple College, through its Worker Compensation Program, pays all authorized hospital, nursing, and physician's fees. Additional benefits may be available.
- HOURS OF OPERATION:
- Regular Schedule:
- Monday - Thursday: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
- Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
- Summer Schedule:
- Monday - Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.