Job Description

Instructor or Assistant Professor of Allied Health

Required Qualifications :

• Have a master’s degree in a health-related field and have a minimum of two (2) years of related experience. Be an Allied Health Professional (including but not limited to registered nurses, pharmacists, dieticians, social workers, nursing home administrators, physical therapist, occupational therapist, speech language pathologist), licensed and in good standing.


• Successful experience in teaching at the college level or providing student clinical instruction.


• Experience working with ethnically diverse and rural student populations; to include working with underprepared students. Demonstrates an appreciation for and understanding of the unique needs of the student in both academic and vocational disciplines in the health and medical field.


• Maintaining licensure as necessary during employment is required.


• Current New Mexico License, or a compact state license, or eligibility to obtain a New Mexico license to practice as an Allied Health Professional.

Equivalency:

• Have a bachelor’s degree in a health-related field with four (4) years of related experience and must be willing to obtain a master’s degree within five (5) years of hire. Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess all the other necessary required qualifications. Any equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience as approved by the Human Resources Department.

Rank: Instructor or Assistant Professor DOE

Tenure Status: Tenure Track

Salary: $62,475 to $72,420 DOE

Primary Activity: Exclusively for Credit

Posting Dates: Open until filled

 

General Information of Campus:

Located in Carlsbad, New Mexico, Southeast New Mexico College (SENMC) is a newly independent public community college accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. A proud Hispanic Serving Institution, it awards certificates and associate degrees that serve the needs of its region and prepare students to transfer to programs at other colleges or universities. SENMC offers Early College and Dual Credit programs in collaboration with local high schools.

Southeast New Mexico College enjoys the strong support of its community, and has been awarded several grants, which include $11.7 million from the U.S. Department of Energy and several multimillion-dollar grants from the U.S. Department of Education for student support.

The college’s diverse employee pool includes 38 full time faculty, 69 adjunct faculty, and 102 staff members. SENMC offers a generous benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, and college tuition reimbursement. More information on SENMC can be obtained from its website at .

 

Position Summary:

Southeast New Mexico College is seeking applications for a full-time tenure track position in Allied Health. The accepted job candidate will teach dual-credit courses in Allied Health. The faculty member hired in this position is responsible for the coordination, planning, preparation, presentation, and evaluation of classroom instruction and related activities to promote student-centered learning and success. At a minimum, the related activities include instruction, holding office hours, serving on various committees, and demonstrating a commitment to professional development through participating in local, state, regional, and national professional activities, and organizations. As the faculty member strives for success in this role, their supervisor will provide guidance, feedback, and support.

 

Requirements for the Position:

Will be assigned to teach on a 9-month contract of 15 credit hours per semester. Holds regular office hours in accordance with the policies established in the Faculty Manual. Teaching duties include teaching college courses effectively to a diverse student body of SENMC students, conducting ongoing assessments of courses, and developing courses. College service commitments include participating in professional development activities and serving on various committees for the benefit of Southeast New Mexico College. Evaluates student performance and instructional methods using the college’s established system of assessment. Serves as a member of the college’s various governance committees and task forces to promote institutional/instructional efficiency and support a culture of learning. Collaborate with other departments in regard to interdisciplinary projects, campus events, and instructional training. Attends scheduled faculty meetings, department meetings, required training, and committee meetings at both SENMC. Performs other duties as assigned. This position requires in-person and online teaching and other in-person faculty duties.

 

Duties:

The duties below are representative of the duties of the classification and are not intended to cover all of the duties performed by the incumbent(s) of any particular position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the scope of work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this classification.

• Delivers in person classroom and online instruction that supports the learning outcomes of the Allied Health courses, including but not limited to Medical Terminology, Introduction to Pathophysiology, Introduction to Pharmacology, Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology, and Legal/Ethics of Healthcare.


• Must participate in professional development activities.


• Evaluates student performance and instructional methods using the college’s established system of assessment.


• Plans, designs, and provides laboratory instruction which reflects an understanding of the course’s objectives and curriculum. Evaluates student achievement of curricular and course objectives and learning outcomes related to the knowledge and practice of both nursing and allied health professions.


• Serves as a member of the college’s various governance committees and task forces to promote institutional/instructional efficiency and support a culture of learning.


• Holds regular office hours in accordance with the policies established in the Faculty Manual or is available for students as needed.


• Collaborate with other departments regarding interdisciplinary projects, campus events, and instructional training.


• Attends scheduled faculty meetings, department meetings, required training, and committee meetings.


• Stays abreast of trends, advancements, and changes within the health and medical field; adjusts curriculum to align with industry changes and workforce demands.


• Participates in Program Advisory Boards.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Work Environment and Physical Demand:

• Reach and grasp objects


• Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl


• Use of video display terminal


• Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills


• Communicate information orally and in writing


• Receive and understand information through oral and written communication


• Proofread and check documents for accuracy


• Work a fluctuating work schedule

Performing the essential functions of this position requires the use of a computer throughout most of the workday, the ability to navigate a typical office environment, significant amounts of interpersonal interaction including oral and written communication, and the ability to keep track of multiple tasks, projects, deadlines, information sources and business processes. This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

 Benefits

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Part-time employees who work an average of 30 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.

Affirmative Action Statement:

SENMC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Salary/Compensation: $62,475 - $72,420 per year

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Southeast New Mexico College

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