JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Program Director of the academic program, 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
Responsibilities
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
Assignments may be adjusted for special assignments at the discretion of the Program Director.
Usf Way
University of Saint Francis (USF) employees demonstrate a commitment to the University’s 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.
Offer additional assistance after serving as in, “How else may I assist you?”
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
Advanced Medical Imaging
Graduate of an accredited school of radiologic technology, sonography, nuclear medicine, or radiation therapy, or magnetic resonance imaging
Bachelor’s degree in medical imaging discipline or related field required
Master’s, and Doctorate degree in a related field preferred
Department of Radiologic Technology
Graduate of an accredited school of radiologic technology
Associate degree in discipline or related field required
Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctorate degree in a related field preferred
Division of Kinesiology and Nutrition
Bachelors in nutrition field of study and Registered Dietitian required.
Specific programs may have further qualifications to comply with accreditation requirements.
Division of Nursing
Master’s degree in nursing or plan in progress and completion within five years of date of hire required
Doctorate in nursing preferred
Certification in specialty area preferred
Department of Surgical Technology
Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program
Associate degree in discipline or related field required
Bachelor or higher degree in a related field preferred
Physical Therapist Assistant Program
Graduate of an accredited physical therapy or physical therapist assistant education program
Associate degree in discipline or related field required
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field preferred
Physician Assistant Program
Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
Master’s degree in discipline or related field required
Doctorate in a related field preferred
Social Work Program
Master’s degree in social work with two-years post-social work degree practice experience required
Doctorate in social work preferred
Simulation Lab
Bachelor’s degree in discipline or related field required
Master’s degree in a related field or plan in progress and completion within five years of date of hire preferred
Licensure/Certification
Advanced Medical Imaging
Maintain current registration and certification in an advanced medical imaging discipline
Current state licensure in a medical imaging profession or eligible for state license (where applicable)
Department of Radiologic Technology
Current registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (or equivalent)
Current radiographer license through the Indiana State Board of Health, Radiologic Health Division
Division of Kinesiology and Nutrition
Varies by program. (Please list any and all licenses and certifications on your application)
Division of Nursing
A current Indiana RN license required
Department of Surgical Technology
Certification as a Surgical Technologist with currency
Physical Therapist Assistant Program
Current Indiana license as a PT or certificate as a PTA is required
Physician Assistant Program
Current Indiana licensure as a Physician Assistant or eligible for Indiana license
Maintains current National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) certification
Social Work Program
A current license or eligibility for license with a plan to obtain preferred
Simulation Lab
Licensure or certification in any of the above fields
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
Minimum of three years’ experience in the discipline
Prior teaching experience in clinical or classroom setting preferred
Demonstrates an understanding of educational theory, instructional methods and evaluation technique and use of technology utilized in higher education in a classroom setting.
Demonstrates analytical and organizational skills necessary to plan, implement and evaluate educational activities to assure compliance with established goals and objectives.
Demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written, necessary to interact effectively with all university constituents.
Experience
One to two year’s teaching or training experience preferred, experience in higher education preferred
Two to three year’s professional experience within the field preferred
Specific programs may have further qualifications to comply with accreditation requirements
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Higher Education
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