Adjunct - Health Sciences Instructor

At Sandhills Community College, we are committed to the health and well-being of our employees, their families, and children across North Carolina. Recently, we became a Family Forward NC Certified Employer. Family Forward NC Employer Certifications, issued by the North Carolina Early Childhood Foundation’s (NCECF) Family Forward NC initiative, designate employers that offer policies and practices that support the health and well-being of working families and children.

Summary The Adjunct Health Sciences Instructor is responsible for providing high-quality instruction in medical terminology and related Health Sciences coursework. Assignments may include MED 120 - Survey of Medical Terminology, MED 121 - Medical Terminology I, MED 122 - Medical Terminology II, and other Health Sciences or Medical Office-related courses. Instruction may be delivered in seated, hybrid, or online formats and may include day, evening, weekend, eight-week, fall, spring, or summer assignments. The instructor is expected to support student learning, maintain required academic records, communicate professionally, and advance the mission and core values of the College.

Essential Functions

• Prepare and teach assigned Health Sciences courses in accordance with approved curriculum and College requirements.
• Teach Medical Terminology courses, including MED 120, MED 121, MED 122, and other assigned Health Sciences or Medical Office-related coursework.
• Maintain and update course syllabi, materials, outlines, and instructional resources to ensure content remains current, accurate, and relevant.
• Teach assigned classes in seated, online, or hybrid formats, including day, evening, weekend, eight-week, and summer offerings as needed.
• Maintain accurate attendance, grade, and other student records and submit required reports in a timely manner.
• Utilize the College's learning management system and instructional technologies to support student learning and engagement.
• Assess student learning, provide timely feedback, and implement strategies that support student success, retention, and completion.
• Communicate professionally and responsively with students, faculty, staff, and supervisors.
• Attend required departmental meetings, orientations, training, and professional development activities.
• Promote a respectful and inclusive learning environment and advance the College's mission and core values.

College-Wide Competencies:

• INTEGRITY– Demonstrates a strong commitment to ethical behavior, honesty, and transparency in all interactions within the college. Upholds the college's values, policies, and standards, and serves as a role model for others by consistently doing what is right, even when faced with challenges and pressures
• EXCELLENCE– Strives to achieve the highest standards of quality in all aspects of work, demonstrating dedication to continuous improvement, delivering quality results, contributing to the overall success of the college and its mission.
• RESPECT– Demonstrates an appreciation for the dignity of individuals within the college. Treats students, colleagues, and community members with kindness, fairness, and consideration to foster a welcoming culture. Respects differing viewpoints and contributes to a positive and collaborative work environment.
• OPPORTUNITY– Demonstrates the ability to recognize, create, and seize opportunities that contribute to personal growth, student success, and the advancement of the college's mission. Encourages and supports others in identifying and leveraging opportunities for improvement, innovation, and development. Actively seeks ways to maximize potential and foster a culture of continuous learning and progress.
• HELPFULNESS– Demonstrates a commitment to service by being approachable, responsive, and proactive in providing support to students, colleagues, the community, and environment (both physical and cultural) of the college. Fosters a positive and collaborative culture where individuals feel valued and empowered to seek assistance and resources. It helps create a culture of belonging and engagement in which students can learn and achieve success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Health Sciences, Allied Health, or a closely related field.
• Clinical or professional experience in a health-related field.

Preferred education and experience:

• Master's degree in Health Sciences, Allied Health, or a closely related field.
• Prior teaching experience in a community college or higher education setting.
• Experience teaching Medical Terminology or related Health Sciences coursework.
• Experience with online or hybrid instruction.

Supplemental Information

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Other Duties may be assigned as deemed appropriate and/or necessary by: President / Senior Leadership Team / Dean / Department Head / Supervisor 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.

This position is not eligible for benefits.