What are the responsibilities and job description for the Imaging Sciences Instructor position at University of Arkansas?
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University of Arkansas – Fort Smith
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is a dynamic, mid-sized public university that’s redefining higher education. We’re on a mission to provide transformative, hands-on learning experiences for students of all backgrounds and aspirations. Our multi-faceted approach to education offers a wealth of opportunities, with over 70 academic programs, including certificates, associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees. We’re committed to building a diverse community that mirrors Arkansas’s rich tapestry, reflecting our dedication to serving the state’s varied population while enhancing the quality of our institution.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life, and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10 percent of employee salary.
Fort Smith, Arkansas
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Required Education and/or Work Experience: Be appropriately credentialed as a sonographer (ARDMS preferred) in vascular, abdomen, and ob/gyn (or certificate eligible with time line to complete). Be credentialed as a radiographer through ARRT. Hold a minimum of a bachelor’s degree (and currently working on masters.) Have the equivalent of two years full-time clinical experience as a diagnostic medical sonographer with radiographer experience referred.
Preferred Education and/or Work Experience: Hold a minimum of a master’s degree (or completion of master’s degree within two years). Be appropriately credentialed as a sonographer (ARDMS preferred) in vascular, abdomen, and ob/gyn (or certificate eligible with time line to complete). Be credentialed as a radiographer through ARRT.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Participates in didactical, and clinical instruction as assigned by the Executive Director of Imaging Sciences and the DMS Program Director.
- Is responsible for coordinating DMS laboratory and clinical education with didactic education as assigned by the DMS Program Director.
- Adheres to course objectives and program outcomes in developing appropriate class content and objectives.
- Uses appropriate instructional resources to facilitate student progress toward meeting objectives.
- Establishes clinical and laboratory learning opportunities and assist with clinical rotation schedules.
- Maintains a hard copy and electronic copy of all lecture material on file in the Imaging Sciences Department.
- Maintains appropriate records regarding student evaluation, progress and attendance.
- Collaborates with the DMS Clinical Coordinator and evaluates the effectiveness of clinical education through a schedule of regular visits to the clinical education centers.
- Participates in academic advising and counseling.
- Maintains security and confidentiality of all records and examinations.
- Participates in the faculty, student, and programs evaluation process.
- Assists in the development of standards for the admission, progression, and graduation of DMS students.
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- Selects appropriate clients for student clinical experiences, and serves as a professional role model for the student.
- Participates in professional and community activities for the purpose of bringing education, service, and research findings together for the improvement of health care. Consistently participates in scholarly and/or service activities, and attends meetings as scheduled.
- In collaboration with the DMS Program Director and DMS Clinical Coordinator develops and maintains affiliation agreements with healthcare institutions.
- Participates in continuing education programs to remain current in practice and maintains professional certifications. Submits goals for the coming year no later than March 1
- Promotes cohesiveness between faculty and students within the Imaging Sciences Department and participates in the recruitment and retention of students.
- Furnishes evidence of current professional certification, CPR certification, TB skin test or chest x-ray and required immunizations on an annual basis.
- Other duties as assigned.
Responsible for maintaining a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner to foster teamwork and by providing leadership to subordinates. Requires consistent on-time attendance.
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To perform the job successfully, the following competencies are required for the essential functions of this position:
- Faculty has met the requirements of their degrees as set forth by an accredited institution.
- Faculty must demonstrate mastery of specific subject areas related to their professional practice and assignments.
- Faculty must maintain current credentials in their field.
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Working Relationships: UA Fort Smith Administration, College of Health, Education, and Human Science Students (Administration, Staff) Community Leaders, Imaging Sciences Advisory Board, Community Health Care Providers, Fort Smith Area Community
List Employees Supervised: None
Special Job Dimensions: Travel to and from clinical sites. Abilities to include walking, standing for up to twelve hours, bending, reaching, turning, listening, observation, and moderate to heavy lifting (at least 50 pounds). Must be physically and emotionally able to complete all job requirements.
Background Check Requirements. Be appropriately credentialed as a sonographer
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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
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This position may be subject to a pre-employment criminal background check, sex offender registry check, financial history background check, and/or drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background checks and drug screening information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
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Salary : $52,722
