Job Description

Job Title: Associate Professor
Department: Rochester General College of Health Careers
Location: 470 Skyview Centre Pkwy
Hours Per Week: Per Diem
Schedule: As needed

The Associate Professor develops, implements, and evaluates the assigned program of study on an ongoing basis. This position participates in advising students, curriculum development, program revisions, and program evaluations, teaching in the classroom, lab, simulation lab, and/or clinical setting, evaluation of student achievement, and other matters, as aligned with the mission, core values, and purposes of the college.

Key Responsibilities:
• Works with the President, Senior Director of Nursing and Allied Health, and the Program Director to facilitate appropriate program development, implementation, evaluation and assessment;
• Ensures systematic review of programs to ensure quality and current course content, best practice, and achievement of regulatory standards;
• Performs other duties as assigned by the President, Senior Director of Nursing and Allied Health, and/or Program Directors;
• Serves on committees as assigned/approved;
• Reports to the relevant program director.
Professional Governance Responsibilities
• Participates on interview committees and makes recommendations for hiring of faculty to program directors;
• Arranges for coverage of classes during absences and emergency leaves;
• Promotes rapport within the department, campus, and community;
• Posts and keeps a minimum of 4-6 office hours per week that meet the needs of the student and are convenient for students seeking assistance with counseling, academic advising, and coursework;
• Maintains punctuality in meeting assigned classes and clinical responsibilities;
• Models professional behavior and standards of practice while in the workplace;
• Functions as a change agent and leader by promoting innovative practices in educational environments;
• Participates in professional development opportunities that increase effectiveness in the role and meet institutional and regulatory requirements.
• Makes recommendations regarding equipment, software purchases, and equipment maintenance contracts.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in surgical technology or related field from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning recognized by the US Department of Education required.

• A minimum of three years of practical experience is required.

• Active Surgical Technology certification is required.

• Current healthcare provider BLS CPR certification

EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

S - Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$31.25 - $45.67

CITY:

Rochester

POSTAL CODE:

14622

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.