Radiologic Science Professor - Part time Faculty

Tacoma Community College (TCC) is a public two-year institution that serves a diverse population of approximately 14,000 students. We embrace our identity as a community college and strongly encourage applications from candidates who recognize and honor the important role that equity, diversity, and inclusion brings to an educational community. Our stated mission is to create meaningful and relevant learning, inspire greater equity, and celebrate success in our lives and in our communities. We are recognized nationally as an, Achieving the Dream "leader college" and our faculty are engaged in innovative work to improve student retention and program completion. According to the Community College Survey of Student Engagement, TCC ranks high on measures of active learning and academic challenge, thanks to our creative and scholarly faculty. We seek to recruit and retain a workforce that:

• Reflects the diversity of our community.
• Values intellectual curiosity and innovative teaching.
• Is attracted by the campus mission promoting equitable access to educational opportunities.
• Cares about student success and collaborates on strategies to facilitate success for underrepresented populations.
• Welcomes difference and models respectful interaction with others.
• Engages effectively with the community both within and outside of TCC.

Regional Setting
For information on Tacoma and the surrounding area:

Part-Time Faculty positions at the college are open continuously and reviewed on a quarter-by-quarter basis. Individuals who apply to the applicant pool are considered active for a period of 12 months from the application date and may be contacted when vacancies occur. Submitting an application does not guarantee that a position will be available or offered.

• Prepare course syllabi and schedules; prepare and teach classes and labs, prepare testing materials and evaluate student learning outcomes.
• Ability to serve as liaison with clinical sites.
• Advise students regarding didactic, lab, and clinical performance.
• Participate actively in departmental committees and other responsibilities, including curriculum review and design.
• Serve on campus committees; participate in division and college activities.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• ARRT certified in radiography RT(R).
• Three years of experience in a Radiology Department (performing diagnostic radiography exams).
• Teaching experience within the Radiology field including clinical coordination and curriculum development.
• Ability to meet Washington State vocational certification requirements.

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professionals (PEPP), or Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS) instructor experience.

• Successful completion of a criminal history background check prior to employment.

• Ethics, integrity, and sound professional judgment.
• An appreciation of diversity and a commitment to cultural awareness and sensitivity in the workplace.
• Knowledge and experience in a variety of emergency medical system settings/ facilities including demonstrated ability to function effectively as an RS team member.
• Evidence of leadership skills and commitment to RS professions. Commitment to remain current in RS.
• Experience integrating the computer as a tool to support RS instruction.
• Experience working as a team member with other faculty and staff.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with community members, health care professionals, students, faculty and administration.
• Instructional skills using a variety of teaching methodologies.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to functioning as an effective team member.

Application Materials & Procedures
Complete application packages must include the following:

1. Tacoma Community College online application.
2. Resume & cover letter describing how your educational background and experience align with the responsibilities and qualifications.
3. UNOFFICIAL Copies of transcripts for all colleges and universities attended (official transcripts will be required for the successful candidate).

This is a part time faculty position contracted on a quarterly basis. Part time faculty salary range is per credit hour starting at $909.33 to $1,240.16. Salary ranges are subject to any approved COLA's after initial placement. If applicable, Lab credit hours are paid at 50% the credit hour rate. Professional Services hours are paid at a flat rate of $44.00-$44.00 per hour. Placement on the faculty salary schedule will commensurate with educational background and experience per the (Article 4.00 Academic Employee Compensation ). Part-time faculty may become eligible for healthcare and retirement benefits at the beginning of the second consecutive quarter of half-time or more employment at one or more Washington state institutions of higher education. Half time is determined based on each institution's definition of full time. Members may 'stack' workloads between other qualifying colleges. A part-time faculty member must qualify each quarter they teach, to maintain eligibility. Once eligible, part-time faculty will be notified of their benefit and retirement options. Tacoma Community College offers offers one personal leave day per academic year if the PTF have been awarded a multi-quarter appointment. Sick leave is awarded every quarter based on the full-time equivalent teaching percent. If eligibility requirements are met, a comprehensive health care benefits package for you and your dependents includes medical, dental and vision insurance. Life and long- term disability insurance plans reduced tuition for the employee; and retirement benefits are also provided. For more information, please visit our employment page/employment benefits: A collective bargaining agreement exist and membership in the TCC Federation of Teachers or payment of a service fee and is available anytime upon hire. Evening and off campus assignments may be a part of the instructional load. Flexibility is required to meet the needs of the department. Degrees must be from accredited colleges or universities recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and verified by National Student Clearinghouse. International degrees will be verified for U.S. equivalency.