SOVAH Health – Danville Who We Are: People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are, not just what you can do. SOVAH Health - Danville is a 250-bed hospital with the region's only designated Chest Pain Center and Certified Advanced Primary Stroke Center. We are an academic teaching site for residents, medical students, nurses, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, and physician assistants. Where We Are: From our beautiful rolling countryside to our thriving downtown, Danville offers big city amenities with quaint, small-town charm. We are home to a thriving art and entertainment scene, numerous local restaurants and shops, diverse educational institutions, and vast recreational opportunities. Why Choose Us: · Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees · Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees · Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance · Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants · Professional development, Growth Opportunities, and Mentor-based training · And much more… *Position Summary:* Sovah Health Danville is seeking a full-time Sonography Clinical Instructor at the Sovah School of Health Professions, Sonography Program. The clinical instructor will provide clinical services according to radiology practice standards and act as a resource to students, faculty, and other technologists. *Essential function #1– Teaching* *RDCS Certified - 40%; or RDMS (AB); RVT Certified – 60%* • RDCS-certified adjunct faculty will teach up to 16 hours per week, and RDMS (AB), RVT-certified faculty will teach up to 24 hours each week as assigned. This may include day and evening sections, on- and off-campus, weekends, and distance learning technologies. • Teach lab and clinical site visits as scheduled. • Prepare and distribute to all students a syllabus consistent with the course of study for each course taught, in collaboration with the didactic instructor. • Prepare grade reports for each course taught. • Recommend appropriate texts and support materials for each course taught. • Assist in requisitioning adequate instructional equipment and supplies. • In collaboration with the Program Director, review course content, teaching modality, etc., at the end of each semester. • Evaluate course instruction in accordance with established policy. • In addition to student training, student evaluation, coaching and mentoring is an important role of the clinical faculty member. • Develops proactive and beneficial relationships with imaging leadership in furthering student training and learning opportunities. *Essential function #2 – Clinical Sonographer* *RDCS Certified - 60%; or RDMS (AB); RVT Certified – 40%* • Use sonographic equipment to identify and observe the area(s) of concern • Prepare the exam room for examinations and assist Radiologists with ultrasound procedures and ultrasound-guided biopsies • Report to the appropriate medical staff of any abnormalities that require immediate attention • Maintain sonography equipment and report machinery failure • Conduct scan tests and write reports based on the results • Manage several patients and priorities, and be able to adapt to a fast-paced work environment • Work under minimal supervision and cooperate with other team members *Student Support* • Refer students to college resources such as advising, counseling, tutoring, financial aid, etc., as appropriate. • Maintain attendance records and confer with students who display excessive absenteeism or an inclination to withdraw from a course. • Confer with students who display poor academic performance. • Participate when applicable and practical in co-curricular activities. *Professional development* • Maintain a positive, professional relationship with colleagues, supervisors, students, and the community. • Attend on/off-campus professional development activities as schedule permits. • Adhere to policies, procedures, and regulations of Sovah Health. • Perform other related duties as assigned. *Minimum Education:* * Associate degree or higher in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or related field. * Bachelor’s degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or related field preferred. Drag Edit Delete ** *Required Skills:* * Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. * Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. * Must have working knowledge of the different types of sonographer equipment, mobile and stationary. * Teaching Aids: AV equipment, teaching films and diagrams, books, journals, diagnostic radiography equipment, student evaluation forms, requisitions, IBM PC and MS Office products, various forms used by the hospital and the program, office equipment. Drag Edit Delete Drag Edit Delete *Required C**ertifications/Licenses:* * Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Abdomen (RDMS-AB); Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) required. * Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association (AHA) required Drag Edit Delete ** *Minimum Work Experience:* * At least three years of recent occupational/teaching experience in the field are required. * Commitment to the hospital mission, students, and the community. * Commitment to the academic success of students. * Evidence of ongoing professional development to assure currency in the field. * Adult education in an academic setting. Clinical experience in multiple settings using current electronic instructional technologies (e.g., multimedia, Internet). * Prior experience preferred. *EEOC Statement:* SOVAH Health - Danville is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. **Job:** **Radiology/Imaging Services* **Organization:** **Danville School of Nursing* **Title:** *Diag Medical Sono. Adj. Faculty PRN* **Location:** *Virginia-Danville* **Requisition ID:** *7455-13627*