Diagnostic Medical Sonography Adjunct Faculty - Crown Point, United States - University of St. Francis
Description
**Diagnostic Medical Sonography Adjunct Faculty (Crown Point)**
**Diagnostic Medical Sonography (Crown Point Campus)**
**JOB SUMMARY:** Under the direction of the Program Director of Diagnostic Medical Sonography, adjunct faculty receive a contract or letter stating adjunct employment with a primary responsibility in teaching. Faculty members assess, plan, implement and evaluate instruction for students in clinical and classroom settings or laboratories in coordination with established course and program objectives. Serving University of Saint Francis (USF) students and the USF community is paramount. To provide a consistent quality experience across the university, the USF Way, outlined in the Employee Handbook, is used to describe service expectations for all employees.
**MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES/ACTIVITIES:**
**Teaching & Related Activities**
The primary responsibility of a faculty member is effective teaching. For details on classroom and clinical responsibilities See USF Faculty Handbook. Faculty are expected to:
Teach courses consistent with the catalog description and content map
Teach assigned classes at the scheduled time and place and meets required contact hours
Integrate evidence-based practice in fulfilling all roles of faculty practice
Collaborate with colleagues for instructional improvement via professional peer review
Submit reports and requests for information promptly
Fulfill the Code of Ethics of the university and for the profession
Teach students using appropriate methodologies to facilitate student classroom and/or clinical learning experiences
Create an effective learning environment for students
Effectively communicate with students
Facilitate critical reflection and support innovation in students
Provide timely feedback and fairly evaluate students progress
Evaluate student clinical, laboratory and classroom performance and provide individual counsel and guidance as necessary to promote student success
Propose plans to improve students performance
Maintain appropriate records such as clinical evaluations, test scores, anecdotal notes and attendance on an ongoing basis to document evidence of student progress
*Responsibilites may be adjusted for at the discretion of the Program Director.*
**USF WAY:**
University of Saint Francis (USF) employees demonstrate a commitment to the Universitys mission and support of its Catholic and Franciscan traditions. Employees provide the intellect, empathy and ability to serve our students and community. The USF Way of serving is a source of pride for many employees. To provide a consistently high level of quality experience across our university, we provide the following service expectations for all employees. These standards have been tailored by position and responsibilities, and are incorporated into performance evaluations.
Standard #1: Provide opportunities for deeper conversations, prayer and reflection.
Standard #2: Utilize best practices in communication and service.
Apply care to your words and deeds to ensure respect for others.
Commit to follow through without exception and with quality.
Respond promptly, whether in person, via phone, or email.
Standard #3: Recognize and celebrate milestones and achievements.
Standard #4: Use resources wisely and support green initiatives.
**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**
**Education**
Minimum of an associate degree in a related field from an accredited institution required, bachelors degree preferred
**Experience**
Minimum of two years clinical experience as registered sonographer required
Experience in supervision, instruction, evaluation, student guidance and in educational theories and techniques preferred
**Licensure/Certification**
Current registration in Abdominal, OB-GYN or Vascular concentrations by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography, multiple registries preferred
**Requirements for all College of Health Sciences faculty engaged in clinical instruction**
Current TB testing
Current CPR certification
Documentation of Hepatitis B immunization
Other requirements as specified by clinical facilities
**Knowledge and Skills**
Competence in educational principles and techniques used in higher education classrooms, laboratory, and clinical settings
Knowledge of the profession including theory and practice, procedures, and regulations
Proficiency in interpersonal and communication skills (verbal, written and electronic) necessary to interact effectively with students, faculty, professional staff, administration, clinical affiliates, and the community
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Located in Fort Wayne, Indiana with campuses in Crown Point, Indiana, and Lafayette, Indiana, the University of Saint Francis is a private Catholic university enrolling 2,400 students. Rooted in the Catholic and Franciscan traditions of faith and reason, the University of Saint Francis engages a diverse community in learning, leadership and service.
At the university, you will experience Franciscan values that encourage us to:
Reverence the unique dignity of each person
Encourage a trustful, prayerful community of learners
Serve one another, society and the Church
Foster peace and justice
Respect creation
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