Salary $61,761.00 - $69,276.00 Annually
Location  Lincolnton, NC
Job Type Full-Time Regular Faculty
Job Number 2022-00622
Division Allied Health
Opening Date 01/16/2025

SUMMARY

** This position is also eligible for a one-time $10,000.00 sign on bonus**

A full-time faculty member is a College employee whose primary assignment involves teaching or the direct support of teaching. The position of full-time faculty member is a demanding one that involves delivery of instruction, preparation and evaluation of such instruction, accessibility to students, committee assignments, and service to College and community.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Lead the Medical Sonography program at the Lincoln Campus of Gaston College.
2. Oversee the lab and classroom for Medical Sonography, including ordering equipment and supplies.
3. Create a dynamic, learner-centered environment that supports the diverse learning needs of the student population based on educational theory and evidence-based teaching practices
4. Communicate with the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon the recommendation of Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (www.jrcdms.org) and lead accreditation efforts for the medical sonography program.
5. Provide quality instruction, in the classroom, lab, and clinical settings to optimize student learning and outcomes. 
6. Create and maintain course documents as appropriate for assigned content such as class sessions, learning activities, exams, lab sessions, clinical guidelines, etc. 
7. Develop and maintain strong working and collegial relationships with co-workers and students focused on establishing mutual respect and teamwork in a culturally diverse environment that may include differences such as academic preparation and learning abilities.
8. Evaluate students fairly on the basis of program criteria with timely formative and summative evaluations and assign student grades in accordance with college policy and the achievement of course objectives as stated in the syllabus.
9. Provide learning support, maintain regular office hours, and maintain overall accessibility to students, which necessitates flexibility in arranging out-of-class consultations to accommodate student needs.
10. Maintain accurate records (i.e., student attendance and performance and databases according to program needs or accreditation requirements) and submit completed reports in a timely manner.
11. Attend and participate in scheduled course, program, department, division, and College-wide meetings and all applicable graduations.
12. Serve on College committees, assist in student recruitment and retention, and participate in activities that enhance the college’s service to students and to the community
13. Remain current and competent in knowledge, skills, and abilities for professional field of study and clinical expertise through professional development.
14. Participate in development, implementation, and evaluation of program as required by accrediting agencies.
15. Meet all applicable clinical compliance requirements including, but not limited to, health physicals, immunizations (e.g., influenza and COVID-19), drug screening, and criminal background.
16. Perform other related duties and responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Sonography or health-related field from a post-secondary institution accredited by an institutional accreditor recognized by the US Department of Education (SACSCOC, etc.) is required. Master’s Degree or higher in Medical Sonography or a related field from a nationally accredited (SACSCOC, etc.) institution is preferred.
• Graduate of a Medical Sonography program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JRC – DMS).
• Current American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) credential is required. 
• Additional ARDMS Specialty Credentials (i.e., Abdominal, Breast, Obstetric and Gynecologic, Musculoskeletal, etc.) is preferred.
• Experience with developing and maintaining an effective curriculum to include outcomes assessment and program evaluation preferred.
• Must meet minimum accreditation standards (SACSCOC, etc.) and minimum criteria of other relevant accrediting, licensing, and credentialing agencies in the area of teaching assignment

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• Three years of full-time clinical experience in medical sonography.
• Experience with medical sonography technology processes/products.
• Experience teaching medical sonography within a post-secondary institution preferred.
• Community college teaching experience and knowledge of curriculum development preferred.
• Experience with medical sonography national accreditation standards and procedures (i.e., JRC – DMS) is preferred.
• Ability to interpret and apply College goals, objectives, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• A strong work ethic, positive attitude, and the ability to collaborate well with others required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Standard higher education, hospital, clinical, medical facility work environment.
• Possible exposure to typical elements associated with a clinical classroom and clinical environment.
• Possible exposure to communicable disease.
• Possible exposure to medical equipment injuries as well as human tissue and body fluids.
• Work environment can be stressful at times in dealing with a wide variety of challenges and deadlines.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 25 pounds.
• Frequent standing, walking, stooping, and bending required.
• Exposure to typical elements associated with a clinical classroom and lab environment.
• Work environment can be stressful at times in dealing with a wide variety of challenges and deadlines.

BENEFITS

Gaston College provides a comprehensive, affordable insurance and benefits program.  We are continuously investigating new benefit offerings that are responsive to the needs of our regular** employees. 

• State Health Plan
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Additional Supplemental Insurances
• NC State Retirement Plan
• Supplemental Retirement Plans
• Disability Benefits, Long- and Short-Term
• Longevity Pay
• State Employees' Credit Union Eligibility
• Leave (Vacation, Sick, FMLA, Civil and Military, Child/Student Involvement, Education, and Voluntary Shared)
• Paid Holidays
• Educational Advancement Compensation
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Discount Program
• Benefits Overview Booklet

**Please note:  Temporary (part-time) employees do not earn benefits.