Part-Time Faculty, Medical Laboratory Technician

About the role

Northwest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) seeks an adjunct instructor for the Medical Laboratory Technician program. Reporting to the Dean of Health Professions, this position is responsible for instructing courses and updating curriculum based on industry specifications.

Responsibilities

• Create and update course syllabi for each course taught
• Provide instruction covering the curriculum for assigned classes
• Affirm compliance with program expectations and support program outcomes
• Conduct student evaluations and implement continuous quality improvement techniques to assess the effectiveness of instruction and student success
• Discuss student concerns or issues directly or indirectly related to the learning experience
• Help students understand values, attitudes, and ideals relevant to the health care profession
• Maintain accurate student records and assist students in need
• Create a respectful and culturally diverse classroom environment
• Create reports as requested by the Director of Medical Laboratory Technician and the Dean of Health Professions
• Participate in program development activities
• Aid in enforcing program regulations and reporting student conduct violations
• Cultivate a personal interest in the communities served by the program and participate in community activities
• Make recommendations to the Program Director of Medical Laboratory Technician and the Dean of Health Professions for selection of supplies, equipment, equipment repairs, textbooks, and classroom and laboratory facilities
• Maintain current knowledge in the subject matter area and effective teaching/learning strategies
• Act as a professional role model for students

Qualifications

• Formal education equivalent to an associate degree in a healthcare or closely related field
• Minimum of 3 years as a licensed/certified Medical Laboratory Technician
• Preferred qualifications include a bachelor's degree in a healthcare or related field, minimum of 5 years as a licensed/certified Medical Laboratory Technician, and formal teaching experience
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Visio) and HRIS systems
• Self-starter with strong time management, multi-tasking, and organizational skills
• Ability to handle confidential material efficiently and effectively
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Physical Demands

• Continuous sitting
• Use of hands to finger, handle, or feel
• Talk or hear
• Rarely lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Equal Opportunity Employer

NWACC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please see our EEO policy.