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Summary The Instructor for Health Sciences is responsible for providing high-quality instruction in medical terminology and related Health Sciences coursework. This position supports a broad range of academic programs and plays a critical role in student success, progression, and completion across multiple Health Sciences and workforce pathways. The faculty member will teach high-enrollment courses, primarily MED 120 - Survey of Medical Terminology, MED 121 - Medical Terminology I, and MED 122 - Medical Terminology II, and may teach additional courses supporting Medical Office and related programs.

Instruction may be delivered in seated, hybrid, and online formats across fall, spring, and summer terms. In addition to teaching responsibilities, the position includes student advising, participation in departmental and institutional initiatives, and collaboration with internal and external partners to support program effectiveness and workforce alignment. Essential Functions The duties and responsibilities as directed by the Provost, Vice-Provost, Dean or Department Head include, but are not limited to, the following: Professional Responsibilities Maintain positive and professional interpersonal relationships with students, faculty, staff, and administration at the college.

Be sensitive and respectful to others and respect the confidentiality of information shared during interactions. Discourage any form of harassment, bullying, and/or abrasive behavior directed at colleagues, students, and campus visitors. Promote a culture of excellence and caring for faculty and students.

Develop professional relationships and show courtesy and respect while working with colleagues, alumni, advisees, prospective and current students, healthcare partners, and communities of interest. Post and maintain a schedule each semester showing availability as approved by the Department Head. Attend departmental and college meetings as scheduled.

Participate in college events and activities. Respond to emails and other communications from students, colleagues, Department Heads, Deans, Vice Provost, Provost, and President in a timely and professional manner. Participate in annual professional development activities to remain current in discipline-specific knowledge, healthcare trends, instructional practices, and educational technologies.

Advise students enrolled in Health Sciences programs and provide supplemental advising support as assigned. Teaching Responsibilities Abide by the Sandhills Community College obligations for Full-Time Faculty. Instruct courses within the assigned discipline and provide effective, high-quality instruction in accordance with the published course curriculum.

Teach Medical Terminology courses, including MED 120, MED 121, MED 122, and other assigned Health Sciences or Medical Office-related coursework. Teach courses using assigned delivery modes, which may include traditional classroom, online, hybrid, weekend, eight-week, and evening formats. Develop, review, and update course materials, syllabi, and instructional resources to ensure content remains current, relevant, accurate, and aligned with state and accreditation requirements.

Maintain accurate academic records of students enrolled in classes and submit reports in a timely manner as required. Utilize the College's learning management system and instructional technologies to support student learning and engagement. Assess student learning outcomes and implement strategies to support student success, retention, and completion.

Provide timely feedback to students and maintain regular communication regarding course progress and performance. Department Responsibilities Assist Program Coordinators and the Department Head in the preparation of class schedules that allow students the opportunity to complete programs in a timely manner. Assist with the recruitment of new students and support Workforce & Applied Programs engagement initiatives such as Career Exploration events, FunFest, open houses, and healthcare career awareness activities.

Assist in the selection and ordering of instructional supplies, textbooks, technologies, equipment, and other educational resources as appropriate. Participate in collaborative partnerships and articulation agreements that support Health Sciences programs and student pathways. Assist with annual program advisory committee meetings and support engagement with healthcare employers and community partners.

Support programs that utilize Medical Terminology coursework, including but not limited to Medical Laboratory Technology, Radiography, Respiratory Therapy, Therapeutic Massage, Medical Office Administration, Medical Coding and Billing, Patient Services, and Dental Assisting. Lead and participate in departmental enrollment, retention, support, and engagement initiatives as directed by the Department Head. Assist the Department Head with initiatives to improve student retention, progression, and completion.

Participate in annual program review, assessment, accreditation, and continuous improvement activities as assigned. Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Head, Dean, Vice Provost, or Provost. Qualifications Required education and experience: Must hold a Master's degree in health sciences, Allied Health, or a closely related field OR a Master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in a related discipline.

Possess a strong commitment to the mission of community colleges. Have excellent written and oral communication skills. Have an appreciation of the value of collegiality.

Preferred education and experience: Prior teaching experience in a community college or higher education setting. Experience teaching Medical Terminology courses or related Health Sciences coursework. Experience with online or hybrid instruction.

Clinical or professional experience in a health-related field. Experience advising students in Health Sciences or workforce programs. Supplemental Information Does this Position Supervise: No Sandhills Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or parental status, religion, age, ancestry, mental or physical disability, military status or veteran status.