School of Health Professions Education Coordinator - Radiation Therapy

The mission of The University of Texas M.

D. Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public.

The School of Health Professions is seeking an experienced and motivated Radiation Therapy Education Coordinator.

The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree (master’s degree or doctorate preferred), at least three years of clinical instructor experience, and five years of clinical experience as a Radiation Therapist. Must be ARRT certified in Radiation Therapy and hold certification in either Medical Dosimetry or MRI.

Instructing and assessing clinical courses and some didactic instruction in the Radiation Therapy program for students in the School of Health Professions.

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES
Instruction of SHP Radiation Therapy (RT) studentsTeach classes, review examinations, procedures, and practices. Working with the program director and faculty, develops written course objectives and establishes learning methods.

Creates effective lesson plans and supervises student participation in didactic and clinical courses.

Documents the teaching/learning process and outcomes in accordance with standards and evaluates student’s education to include competencies, clinical assessments, and examinations to evaluate students cognitive and technical knowledge and psychomotor skills in radiation therapy.

Educational coordination for SHP RT studentsSupervises student clinical education rotations and enforces policies and procedures. Collaborates with program directors, education coordinators, clinical instructors, and faculty to plan, implement, and evaluate clinical curriculum to include exercises, quizzes, interval exams, final written and practical exams, comprehensive final exams, and clinical competency to evaluate student knowledge and skills.

Provides presentations and publications to educators, students, and peers. Integrates knowledge of accreditation standards, principles of RT instruction standards and current professional practice standards in the design of clinical and educational programs.

Administrative coordination for SHP RT studentsParticipates in the evaluation of program effectiveness. Participates in candidate interview process. Participates in faculty/staff meetings, committees and student recruitment activities for the program and SHP. Provide strategic assessment of future SHP programs needs and planning.

Other duties as assigned.

Rotation SchedulesDevelops student clinical rotations schedules and coordinates with other departments for clinical observations.

MentorsMentors/coaches clinical instructors

AdvisingParticipates in formal clinical and academic student advising.

Local TravelTravel to MD Anderson Houston area locations

Out of state travelTravel to MD Anderson RT Program Nation-wide locations

Applicant AdvisingAdvises program applicants and schedules clinical site visits.

Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

Required:

Bachelor’s degree

Preferred:

Master’s degree or Doctorate

EXPERIENCE

Required:

Three years of relevant experience. May substitute additional experience for required education on a one to one basis.

Preferred:
Graduate of a JRCET-accredited Radiation Therapy Program. Five years of clinical experience as a Radiation Therapist.

CERTIFICATION

Required:

None

Preferred: ARRT certification in Radiation Therapy. Additional certification in Medical Dosimetry or MRI.

Onsite Presence:
Is Required

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

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• Requisition
• Employment Status:
  Full-Time
• Employee Status:
  Regular
• Work Week:
  Days
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 88,000
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 111,500
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 135,000
• FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type:
  Hard
• Work Location:
  
  Onsite
• Pivotal Position:
  Yes
• Referral Bonus Available?:
  Yes
• Relocation Assistance Available?:
  Yes
• Science Jobs:
  No