GRCC is seeking faculty who possess an interest in working with diverse student populations from a wide range of ages, ethnicities, national origins and abilities; engage in and develop innovative teaching strategies; effectively assess student-learning outcomes; demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning and professional development; and provide service to our students, the college, and our community at large.
Faculty members are responsible to GRCC and to each other for the successful completion of departmental work as well as work associated with the School of Health Sciences and GRCC as a whole. In addition to the major position responsibilities, it is expected that faculty demonstrate outstanding communication skills, collaborate effectively, use personal initiative to overcome obstacles, and work efficiently to meet deadlines. In an environment where innovation is valued, each faculty member will take responsibility to perform their work in a manner consistent with both the letter and the spirit of GRCC values.
Requisition ID:
Position Number: 00002058
Schedule: 42 Weeks (Fall, Winter, Summer Semesters), 37 contact hours/year for baseload
Employee Group: Faculty Association
Start Date: Summer 2025
Compensation: Consistent with Faculty Association contract (Page #110)
Benefits: Full Time
Reports to: Associate Dean, School of Health Sciences
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Develop program and course outlines, goals, and objectives that align with accreditation standards.
- Teach Cardiovascular Technology courses, including didactic and clinical/lab instruction.
- Effectively assess, document, and advise students regarding their academic and clinical performance.
- Lead the program accreditation process and submit required reports.
- Contribute to the growth and development of the program and the college by participating in academic program review; curriculum development, evaluation, and revision; committee membership; and department meetings.
- Analyze program, course, and student outcome data; facilitate review of student performance data with key stakeholders and suggestions for improvement.
- Incorporate technologies and instructional methods for enhanced teaching and learning to diverse groups of students.
- Communicate clearly with students, staff, faculty, and college administration, clinical sites and other external stakeholders.
- Assist in the preparation of internal reports and other required documents.
- Maintain current professional licensure and other requirements necessary for practicing within assigned clinical facilities (i.e., RCIS, current immunizations, BLS, etcetera).
- Engage in on-going professional development to maintain expertise in the field and communicate outcomes with colleagues.
- Maintain current standards of clinical practice; effectively prepare and orient students to assigned clinical settings.
- Advise students on academic programs and employment/career goals.
- Participate in departmental student academic advising plans.
- Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of students from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of abilities.
- Assist in marketing and promoting of departmental and college programs and events.
- Promote the department by maintaining partnerships with health care facilities.
- Demonstrate a commitment to the department and GRCC through active participation on departmental- and college-wide committees and projects.
- Guide, mentor, and support new adjunct faculty to ensure consistent standards and instructional practices within each course.
- Adhere to the standards and requirements expressed in the Faculty Contract.
- Support GRCC’s Strategic Plan through departmental and College Action Projects.
- Support the department and the college through other work normally expected of GRCC faculty members.
- This role is a Campus Security Authority (CSA). CSAs will be trained and responsible for reporting Clery Reportable Crimes to Campus Police as required by the Clery Act.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Educational Credentials
- Current RCIS certification required.
- Bachelor’s degree in related field required; Master’s degree in related field preferred.
- In addition to the minimum qualifications, applicants with additional certifications (or willingness to pursue additional certifications) highly preferred (such as RVT, RCDS, RN, RCES, or RT).
Work Experience
- Minimum of two years full-time clinical experience in Cardiovascular Technology required.
- Recent experience (within the past 3 years) in CVT practice or education required.
- Experience in CVT training, education, curriculum design, and/or utilization of education technology, highly preferred.
- Prior experience with JRC-CVT accreditation preferred.
- Experience with online teaching and learning modalities preferred.
- Community college teaching experience or experience teaching adult learners preferred.
Skills
- Working knowledge of accreditation standards for CVT
- Demonstrate organizational and communication skills
- Ability to collect, analyze, and present data regarding program outcomes
- Demonstrate ability to collaborate with health care facilities and employers
Physical Demands
- Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time
- Mobility - stand, lift, reach, bend, twist, stretch, and provide support and stability as needed for skills demonstrations
- Proficient in verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Physical Strength - ability to operate equipment and demonstrate transfers, lift up to 25lbs
- Visual Discrimination – Sufficient vision to differentiate movements; read markings on instruments and measuring devices; read small print.
- Coordination – Sufficient motor skills, hand-eye coordination skills, manipulative skills and sensory function in one upper extremity may be needed to assist and demonstrate CVT interventions. Many other therapeutic activities require dexterity, manipulation, strength, and body flexibility to perform.
- Manual Dexterity – Sufficient fine motor skills to manipulative objects
Mental Demands
- Ability to cope effectively with the demands associated with working with students in fast-paced healthcare settings and within the organization.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and complete tasks in a timely manner.
- Ability to work under pressure while possessing mature judgment and flexibility in regards to interruptions.
- Must use good judgment in handling sensitive or difficult situations in a pleasant and professional manner.
Working Conditions
- GRCC will comply with any mandated health and safety requirements. Compliance information is available on our policies website.
- Must be able to travel to off-campus clinical settings.
- Must be able to work in a classroom and laboratory in an academic setting well as external clinical sites.
- Ability to work in high traffic, indoor environments.