Director of Clinical Education and Clinical Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY

The Avila University School of Allied Health Sciences, guided by the mission of excellence in teaching and learning, and dedicated to the service to the Dear Neighbor, is actively seeking a Director of Clinical Education and Clinical Coordinator for the Radiologic Science program. The Clinical Coordinator will have a full-time, faculty appointment. They will support the Radiologic Science Program by teaching didactic and laboratory courses, assisting with curriculum development, and promoting student success.

This role contributes to program effectiveness by participating in assessment activities, maintaining knowledge of current radiologic science practices, and supporting compliance with JRCERT accreditation standards. This role will work collaboratively with colleagues, engage in student mentorship, and support the mission and values of the University. Strong communication skills, professionalism, and a commitment to high-quality education are essential to this role.

Responsibilities:

• Correlates clinical education with didactic education.
• Evaluates students in a clinical and didactic setting.
• Participates in didactic and/or clinical instruction.
• Coordinates all clinical placements ranging from primary to secondary rotations.
• Maintains positive relationships with clinical affiliates through consistent in person visits.
• Upholds JRCERT accreditation requirements in conjunction with the Program Director and faculty.
• Maintains ongoing knowledge of ARRT competency requirement updates in radiography and monitor individual student achievement to meet those requirements.
• Maintains professional licensure through ongoing continuing education.
• Supports the Program Director to help assure effective program operation.
• Coordinates clinical education and evaluates its effectiveness.
• Participates in the assessment process as required by the University and JRCERT.
• Cooperates with the Program Director in periodic review and revision of clinical course materials,
• Maintains current knowledge of the discipline and educational methodologies through continuing professional development,
• Maintains current knowledge of program policies, procedures, and student progress,
• Teaches twentyfour credits per academic year.
• Fulfills all fulltime faculty responsibilities as outlined by the university in the Faculty/Staff Handbook
• Champions diversity, build an inclusive culture and learning experience, and maintain an equitable learning environment.
• Performs other jobrelated duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning with at least 18 graduate level credit hours in field of instruction. Evidence of active pursuit of a Master's degree will be considered.
• Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Must have/obtain a Kansas State Board of Healing Arts License.
• Teaching experience is preferred, but not required.
• Experience in additional modalities desirable (ex. CT, MRI, Mammography, Interventional Radiography)
• Multilingual skills highly preferred.
• Ability to contribute to a climate that supports a diverse student body, serves firstgeneration college students, multilingual learners, and contributions to equity and social justice through their work.

Successful candidates should be committed to contributing to a climate that supports a diverse student body, serves first-generation college students, multilingual learners, and contributions to equity and social justice through their work.

Benefits:

This is a full-time position, eligible for the usual and customary benefits. Avila University's comprehensive benefit package includes a generous holiday schedule, tuition remission for employee and dependents, vacation and sick leave, retirement benefits and health insurance.

The Community:

Kansas City, a two-state metropolitan area with a population of nearly two million, offers a wide variety of cultural, educational and social life opportunities. Avila University, a Catholic university founded and inspired by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, provides undergraduate and graduate education in the liberal arts and professional studies, preparing lifelong learners who make meaningful contributions to the global community.

Additional Employment Information:

Avila University is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate on the basis of, sex, race, religion, age, color, sexual orientation, disability, national or ethnic origin, marital status, veteran's status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

You must be at least 18 years of age to be employed by Avila University.

All new employees will be required to complete an "Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9)" and produce requested documentation after employment.

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Avila University requires the successful completion of a background check as a condition of employment.

About Avila University

Founded in 1916 by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, Avila has been focused on the development of the whole person for more than a century, providing a liberal arts education rooted in values of service, diversity, excellence in teaching and learning. Avila's tagline, Education Without Limits means students experience a robust student success model to help complete their education within four years, reducing student debt and catapulting career opportunities. Avila's rapid student growth is a testament to the focus on making degrees accessible through robust scholarship programs and financial aid. Because of strategic planning and tireless teamwork by faculty and staff, Avila is now the educational home to students from 26 countries, studying an expanded curriculum that offers more than 60 majors.

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