Description

Under the direction and supervision of the Department Chair/Program Director, the Radiologic Technology Clinical Coordinator secures, develops and maintains clinical affiliations and oversees all clinical curricula. Responsibilities include clinical education, supervision, and evaluation of students assigned to the various clinical affiliates as defined by the community standards of practice. The Clinical Coordinator ensures that clinical instruction is effectively integrated with didactic coursework and is delivered in compliance with JRCERT Standards, California Title 17 regulations, and accepted professional and ethical standards of the radiologic sciences profession.

Requirements

• Coordinate and oversee all aspects of clinical education to ensure alignment with program goals, student learning outcomes, and accreditation requirements.
• Correlate clinical education with didactic instruction to support student competency development and progressive learning.
• Ensure clinical education complies with JRCERT Standards, California Title 17, institutional policies, and professional practice standards.
• Recruit, develop, and maintain clinical education sites that enhance student learning and provide a broad range of clinical competencies.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of clinical education sites and clinical instructors through ongoing assessment, site visits, and feedback mechanisms.
• Participate in clinical and/or didactic instruction within the undergraduate Radiologic Technology program, as assigned.
• Evaluate student performance in the clinical setting, ensuring fair, consistent, and objective assessment of clinical competencies and professional behaviors.
• Participate in student advising, mentoring, and academic progression activities related to clinical education.
• Collaborate with the Program Director to support effective program operation, including scheduling, compliance, documentation, and continuous quality improvement.
• Assist in the periodic review, revision, and development of clinical course syllabi, objectives, and instructional materials in collaboration with program leadership.
• Participate in programmatic assessment activities, including data collection, analysis, and reporting for accreditation and institutional effectiveness.
• Maintain current knowledge of radiologic sciences, clinical practices, educational methodologies, and regulatory requirements through ongoing professional development.
• Maintain familiarity with program policies, procedures, student records, and progression requirements related to clinical education.
• Support faculty governance by participating in departmental, college, and university-wide committees as assigned.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and clinical partners to promote a professional learning environment that supports student success.
• Demonstrate flexibility in teaching and clinical coordination assignments, which may include off-campus clinical sites, evening, night, weekend, and non-traditional schedules to meet departmental and student needs.
• Other Duties and Responsibilities

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS 

• Current standing as an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)-registered radiologic technologist, with a minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience.
• State of California license for radiologic technology.
• American Health Association Healthcare Provider CPR certification.
• Valid California driver’s license and proof of insurability.

EXPERIENCE

• Evidence of prior college-level instruction and supervision of radiologic science students in a Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)-accredited program.
• Experience with students in a clinical environment.
• Have an excellent academic record that indicates a strong foundation of teaching in a Radiography Program.
• Experience in imaging science specialties, such as Nuclear Medicine, CT, MRI, and Mammography desired.

SKILLS:

• Proficiency in curriculum development, supervision, instruction and evaluation, knowledge of JRCERT accreditation requirements, and advanced ARRT registries preferred.
  
• A strong background in Radiologic Technology theories and practice with evidence verifying teaching or caring for a variety of patients is required.
  
• Willing to accept additional duties with the department and college, beyond the teaching assignment.
  
• Learner-centered, able to inspire, motivate and empower students to succeed.
  
• Ability to work effectively with computers and other forms of advanced technology in the instruction of Radiography courses.
  
• Ability to communicate positively with students, faculty, and administration.
  
• Able to establish positive community partnerships to build effective bridges.
  
• Evidence of a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, differently abled, and ethnic backgrounds of adult learners.
  
• Identify course requirements, student learning outcomes (SLO), evaluation (grading) procedures, and attendance requirements in the course syllabus.
  
• Continuous development of student learning outcomes and assessment cycles.
  
• Participate actively in staff development and professional growth programs, including current research regarding strategies to foster student success. Share relevant information with the department.
  
• Maintain professional and ethical academic standards.
  
• Carry a fair share of other duties (department and committee work, curriculum development, course revision, community outreach, program planning and review, attending advisory meetings, assessing and improving student learning outcomes.)