Adjunct, Ophthalmic Assisting Program Instructor

Posting Details

Position Summary Information

Position Title Adjunct, Ophthalmic Assisting Program Instructor

Employment Category Adjunct

Contract Length N/A

Expected Work Schedule Variable

Anticipated Days Monday - Friday

Anticipated Hours varies

Anticipated Hours per Week 25

Job Description Summary Provide quality instruction to Ophthalmic Assisting students in both the classroom and clinical settings.

Duties Provide quality instruction to Ophthalmic Assisting students in both the classroom and clinical settings. Submit all applicable program documentation in accordance with established JCAHPO program guidelines and time frames. Ensure that all training and skill activities adhere to the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) standards. Continue to establish new clinical sites and keep current clinical affiliations updated. Serve as Program Director for required program accreditation. Maintain currency of program curriculum and manage on-site ophthalmic lab and equipment.

Minimum Requirements

1. Two years of work experience in an ophthalmic practice.
2. JCAHPO Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) or higher. (Certification must be attached to online application)
3. Demonstrated organizational skills and successful experience managing program records.
4. Demonstrated communication skills in order to effectively convey information to a diverse student population.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Familiarity with local ophthalmic community.
2. Experience teaching adult learners.

Special Instructions to Applicants Official transcripts, from a regionally accredited institution, are required to be received a minimum of two business weeks before the first day of work. Failure to comply may result in revocation of the job offer.

Posting Detail Information

Review Date: (Application should be submitted by 8:00 a.m. EST on this date for consideration) 05/01/2023

Start Date 06/15/2023

Keep Open Until Filled Yes

Salary Range $27 per contact hour