Load Calculation:    

Fall: One 4-credit lab course which equates to 5 credits of load; one 1-credit lab course which equates to 2 credits of load; 2 credits for competency evaluation; 1 credit for accreditation activities; 5 credits to administer the MLT program..

Spring: One 3-credit lab course which equates to 4 credits of load; direct/coordinate 4 clinical courses (preceptor model) which equates to 4 credits of load; 2 credits for competency evaluation; 1 credit for accreditation activities; 4 credits to administer the MLT program.

Overload: An additional 3 credits of overload is paid in both fall and spring to administer the HT program. An administrative agreement is generally issued for some summer work in addition to the above.

Summary:

Faculty members are appointed and assigned rank according to established policies and collective bargaining agreements.  Specific items such as wages, fringe benefits, and job responsibilities are determined by the College's collective bargaining agreement with the recognized faculty bargaining unit and institutional practices.

As professions in a community college setting, faculty is involved in a variety of instructional and non-instructional activities which contribute to goals and objectives of a comprehensive two-year institution.  The following description of duties of faculty members clarifies the expectations of this institution and is not considered complete or exclusive.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

[Numbers 1 through 26 are from the Master Faculty Job Description]

 

1.   Prepare and teach courses as assigned by the Division Assistant/Associate Dean.

 

2.  On the first day of each course, review and post, via the Learning Management System (LMS), a

     syllabus that provides, at minimum, the following information:

 

            a. Expected outcomes and performance objectives.

            b. Grading policy.

            c. Attendance policy - make-up work/tests.

            d. Schedule of assignments.

            e. Login information for students to access the College’s LMS.

 

3.   Provide the Division Assistant/Associate Dean with copies of materials listed in Item 2 above.

 

4.   Maintain office hours in accordance with the Faculty Bargaining Agreement.

 

5.   Participate in student advising and registration.

 

6.   Assist students in formulating educational and career plans.

 

7.   Assist students with academic or course problems.

 

8.   Establish and maintain positive working relationships with students, faculty and staff.

 

9.   Maintain accurate and complete course records and comply with all specified reporting dates.

 

10. Serve on college committees and participate in college governance.

 

11. To promote retention, contact students who do not attend class or attend class sporadically.

 

12. Participate each semester in the evaluation and documentation of the instructional process and work to

      continually improve student learning outcomes.

 

13. Complete program reviews in accordance with the division schedule.

 

14. Employ a variety of teaching techniques and strategies to address the diverse learning needs of

      students.

 

15. Attend instructional division, Academic Affairs area and institution-wide meetings.

 

16. Assist in developing budget for division, if applicable.

 

17. Engage in professional development, advisory boards and other external agencies to stay current in

      the field and ensure updated curriculum.

 

18. Notify the Sr. Vice President of Academic Affairs/Provost of special projects, activities, etc. that may

      be used in publicizing the class, division, or College.

 

19. Support the College’s recruitment and retention efforts by upholding the institutional image

      on and off campus.

 

20. Stimulate interest in student activities by encouraging student participation.

 

21. Participate in graduation exercises as required.

 

22. Ensure all course assignments and course evaluations are linked to the LMS gradebook. 

 

23. In order to teach online or hybrid classes, faculty must attend training as offered.

 

24. Work collaboratively with Assistant/Associate Dean and Division faculty on initiatives to improve

      student success rates in division courses.

 

25. Develop and update curriculum.

 

26. Perform related duties as assigned.

 

Additional duties as the Medical Laboratory and Histotechnician Program Director (in concert with the above):

 

1. Serve as the Program Director to the Medical Laboratory and Histotechnician Programs.

 

2. Meet with HT Program Education Coordinator on a weekly basis.

 

3. Teach, or assign instructors to teach, Medical Laboratory Technology and Histotechnician Program classes as assigned by the Assistant Dean of Health Professions.

 

4. Advise students who are registered in the MLT curriculum in course registration, academic goals, career planning and the MLT certification process.

 

5. Develop a continuous quality improvement plan for the MLT program.

 

6. Submit required MLT and HT Program Competency Assessment Summary Reports.

 

7. Serve as the liaison between clinical affiliates and the college, coordinating student clinical rotations and maintaining ongoing communication.

 

8. Organize and coordinate bi-annual meetings with an active advisory board.

 

9. Participate in the curriculum planning and instructional development of the MLT and HT program.

 

10. Coordinate adjunct instructor responsibilities in the MLT and HT courses.

 

11. Participate in the budget preparation for Medical Laboratory Technology and Histotechnician Programs in order to maintain inventory, instructional supplies and equipment needs.

 

12. Participate in and maintain records of continuing education and professional development.

 

13. Assume the responsibility for maintaining NAACLS accreditation of the MLT and HT programs by submitting annual reports, assembling self-study documents, and coordinating site visits.

 

14. Compile and submit an MLT and HT Program Review report to the Dean of Instruction as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:                                         

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:             

Required:                               

• Master’s degree in related field  

• A minimum of three years teaching experience

• Possesses knowledge of education methods and administration as well as current NAACLS accreditation procedures and certification procedures

• Three years of experience in clinical laboratory science education that includes teaching courses, conducting and managing learning experiences, evaluating student achievement, providing input into curriculum development, policy and procedures formulation, and evaluation of program effectiveness

Preferred:

• Doctorate degree in related field

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Holds ASCP‐BOC or ASCPi BOC generalist certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist.

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of education methods and administration, as well as current accreditation and certification procedures

Communication Skills:                                            

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills:                                                

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability:                                                    

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.  Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Computer Skills:                                                     

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Database software; Internet software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.                            

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee could be exposed to biohazardous materials, chemical fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals.  

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.