Position Details:
As an EKG Instructor, you will be responsible for designing and delivering comprehensive curriculum, conducting instructional sessions, and assessing student progress to ensure mastery of EKG interpretation skills.
Responsibilities:
Curriculum Development:
- Design and update curriculum content for EKG courses, ensuring alignment with industry standards and best practices.
- Develop lesson plans, presentations, and instructional materials to facilitate effective learning.
Classroom Instruction:- Conduct lectures and interactive sessions to teach students about the anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system, principles of electrocardiography, and EKG interpretation.
- Use multimedia tools and visual aids to enhance learning experiences.
Hands-On Training:- Provide practical training in EKG procedures, including electrode placement, machine operation, and troubleshooting.
- Supervise and guide students as they practice acquiring EKG tracings on simulation equipment
Assessment and Evaluation:- Administer quizzes, exams, and competency assessments to evaluate students' understanding of EKG principles and proficiency in performing EKG procedures.
- Maintain accurate records of student progress and attendance.
Professional Development:- Stay updated on advancements in EKG technology, cardiac diagnostics, and related healthcare practices.
- Participate in continuing education activities to enhance teaching effectiveness and maintain proficiency in the field.
Record Keeping:- Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and performance.
- Provide reports to the administration as required.
Professional Development:- Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with educational trends and teaching methodologies.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Certification as a Registered Cardiovascular Technologist (RCT) or equivalent credential preferred.
- Teaching or training experience in healthcare education.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in EKG interpretation and analysis.
Salary Range & Fringe Benefits:
- Pay is $30 per hour
- Worker’s compensation
- Limited Part-Time Retirement Plan
Kilgore College does not participate in the federal Social Security program. As a result, employees/retirees of the college are subject to the federal Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and possibly the Government Pension Offset (GPO) laws. For information on the WEP and the GPO, visit the Social Security Administration's website at http://www.ssa.gov/gp
Kilgore College is a two-year, comprehensive public community college with a campus in Kilgore and an extension center in Longview, Texas. With approximately 6,000 students, Kilgore College is a student-centered institution characterized by excellence in teaching and quality learning opportunities. Kilgore College is focused on continually improving their students’ holistic experience leading them to success in life while improving access to higher education and partnering with those who advance the vision of a stronger community culturally, socially and economically.
Vision Statement: We commit to be the higher education institution of choice in Northeast Texas.
Positions will remain open until filled. Teaching positions will be required to submit official transcripts upon an offer of employment. An offer of employment will be contingent upon passing a background check. Federal law prohibits the employment of unauthorized aliens. All persons hired must submit satisfactory proof of employment authorization and identity within three (3) days of being hired. Failure to submit proof within the required time shall result in immediate employment termination. All position appointments are subject to approval by the college's Board of Trustees.
This description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. Kilgore College reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or with notice. Employees may be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made by Kilgore College at its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Kilgore College is an equal opportunity and affirmative action institution and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability in violation of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act or 34 C.F.R. Part 104, veteran’s status or genetic information in its educational programs, employment policies or activities.
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All positions are located in Kilgore, TX. No fully remote positions are available at this time. All employees must be available to physically present to work on the Kilgore, TX or Longview, TX Campus.
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