Dialysis Technician Instructor; Part-Time

Overview

The Part-Time Adjunct Dialysis Technician Instructor provides high-quality instruction through classroom, laboratory, and clinical teaching strategies. The instructor prepares students to demonstrate competency in dialysis procedures and to successfully complete clinical requirements and applicable certification or competency examinations.

Salary: VGCC considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; and internal peer equity in offer calculations.

The following duties represent the essential functions of the position and are not intended to be all-inclusive; the instructor may be assigned additional responsibilities as needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Instruct and evaluate students in assigned dialysis technician courses.
• Teach assigned classes in accordance with the College’s academic calendar and approved syllabi.
• Meet all scheduled class sessions as outlined in the semester calendar.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of student attendance, instructional hours, academic progress, and grades using approved college systems.
• Utilize appropriate instructional technology, including the College’s learning management system, to support instructional delivery.
• Implement and update instructional materials to meet Allied Health program standards.
• Demonstrate and supervise proper dialysis techniques to prepare students for clinical practice and certification or competency examinations.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to students regarding academic performance, attendance, and professional conduct.
• Collaborate with the Director of Allied Health to support instructional activities within the program.
• Participate in required meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities as directed.
• Maintain current proficiency in dialysis technician skills and clinical practices.

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license or current Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) credential (or equivalent dialysis technician certification).
• Minimum of three (3) years of recent professional experience in dialysis or a related clinical setting.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a healthcare-related field.
• Experience teaching adult learners or in a postsecondary setting.

• Ability to lift objects from a low to high position and move objects horizontally.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to apply pressure using fingers and palms.
• Sufficient tactile sensitivity in fingertips to detect size, shape, temperature, or texture.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to extend arms and hands in any direction.
• Close visual acuity to evaluate accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of student work.