"Adjunct Faculty - Cardiovascular Technology"

Position Summary

The Los Rios Community College District is seeking qualified candidates for this part-time, temporary (Adjunct) faculty position. This is an “open until filled” pool. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

This position requires proficiency with cardiac anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology, strong technical skills in both diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures, excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to stay focused and respond quickly to emergencies in a dynamic environment.

The adjunct faculty member shall be responsible for the following: teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of an adjunct faculty member.

Position Salary Information:
Initial maximum salary placement is based on academic degree, upper/graduate level units earned, and/or related professional occupational experience per the Los Rios College Federation of Teachers Contract (the initial maximum placement is Class V, Step 1). For more information on the step placement process, please click here.

Typical Duties

The instructional assignment may include, but is not limited to, teaching the following courses:

• CVT 100 Introduction to Cardiovascular Technology; Math Concepts & Instrumentation
• CVT 101 Cardiovascular Physiology, EKG and Pharmacology
• CVT 102 X-ray Physics and Radiation Safety
• CVT 103 Laboratory Practicum & Proficiency Testing (EKG & instrumentation)
• CVT 106 CV Physiology & Pharmacology II
• CVT 107 Introduction to Invasive Cardiology
• CVT 108 Introduction to Clinical Practicum & Hospital Observation
• CVT 110 Interventional Procedures I Invasive Cardiology
• CVT 112 Clinical Practicum II
• CVT 114 Interventional Procedures II Invasive Cardiology
• CVT 116 RCIS Exam Prep Course
• CVT 118 Clinical Practicum III

To view a complete list of courses for this discipline, please visit the Programs and Majors webpage for the specific campus:

• ARC Programs and Majors
• CRC Programs and Majors
• FLC Programs and Majors
• SCC Programs and Majors

Minimum Qualifications

1. Any bachelors degree or higher and two years of professional experience, or any associate degree and six years of professional experience. Professional experience is required when the applicant possesses a masters degree. The professional experience required must be directly related to the faculty members teaching assignment. All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by time of hire.
2. A current Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist Certification.
3. A current American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
4. Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

Application Instructions

Before You Apply:

Follow the steps below to ensure your application is complete and ready for review. Applicants not following the guidelines below may be disqualified. Do not submit additional materials not requested.

Required Application Documents:

Applicants must attach the following:

1. Los Rios Community College District Application
2. Letter of Interest
3. Resume or Curriculum Vitae
4. Unofficial Transcripts and/or Foreign Transcript Evaluation (see Transcript Requirements)
5. Copy of current Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist Certification
6. Copy of current American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification

Transcript Requirements:

• Transcripts must be from an accredited U.S. institutions or approved foreign evaluation agency.
• Foreign transcript evaluations must be issued by an AICE (Association of International Credential Evaluation, Inc.) or NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) member agency. See the Foreign Transcript Evaluation webpage for details.
• Transcripts must clearly identify the degree(s) being used to meet the Minimum Qualifications.
• If more than one degree is required to meet the Minimum Qualifications (e.g., a bachelors and a masters), transcripts for each degree must be included.
• Transcripts must show the degree title and indicate whether each degree is completed or in progress.
• If the degree is in progress the application must state, the month and year the degree is expected to be attained.

Additional Instructions:

• Only information listed on the application and transcripts will be used to verify Minimum Qualifications.
• Applications stating “see resume”will be disqualified.
• Applications missing any required documentation will be disqualified.