Anesthesia Technology Instructor Job Opening
Anesthesia Technology Instructor
Renton Technical College
• Renton, Washington
$72,847.00
a year
— Full-time, Contract
Category: Instructor
Position
Renton Technical College, located southeast of Seattle, has provided quality education in a variety of occupations for over 75 years. Our professional-technical certificate, and degree programs offer entry and mid-level training in the areas of allied health, trades and industry, culinary, business, technology and automotive. Our outstanding college & career pathways program with classes in adult basic education, English as a second language, and GED preparation is available to those who need additional preparation prior to entering a training program and for those who simply wish to improve their math and English skills. General Education and apprenticeship degrees round out our offerings. As an Achieving the Dream Leader College and an Aspen Institute top 10 finalist for the Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, RTC is also proud to be a Military Friendly School, serving those who chose to serve.
Reporting directly to the Dean of Allied Health, this instructor must be able to teach the Anesthesia Technology program and work closely with industry and the program's advisory committee. Other professional responsibilities include: curriculum development, maintaining office hours at times convenient to the students; serving as an ad-hoc member of the program's advisory committee; recruiting students; serving on departmental and college committees; participating in professional improvement activities; and other related duties as may be assigned by the dean.
This full-time, tenure track position is responsible for 40 hours per week of instruction and related professional duties in our daytime Anesthesia Technician program. Teaching assignment may include online or hybrid courses. The salary for this position is $72,847 for a 9-month contract. Summer quarter contracts are issued separately. This position is scheduled to begin September 2019. This position has been designated as a bargaining unit position represented by the Renton Federation of Teachers (RFT) Employees Association. Applications received by Sunday, July 14th will receive priority consideration. This position will remain open until it is filled.
Renton Technical College is committed to increasing its cultural diversity with an emphasis on equity and inclusion among its professional staff. The students that we serve come from a variety of backgrounds and are over 60% of color. We strongly encourage members of underrepresented groups, veterans, and bi- or multi-lingual individuals to apply for this position to help meet the needs of our diverse students and service district.
Key Responsibilities Include
- Demonstrate multicultural competence (including an awareness and understanding of historically disadvantaged populations) and create an educational environment that affirms commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
- Support the College's mission by creating a learning environment of mutual respect and fairness, while encouraging creative and critical thinking through an equity lens.
- Effectively teach the adopted curriculum for the Anesthesia Technology program both on campus and at off campus clinical sites.
- Responsible for teaching laboratory and didactic courses.
- Develop and update the curriculum as required by the College to respond to industry trends and to improve equitable student outcomes.
- Provide for the orderly conduct of program learning activities, individual student learning needs, and the appropriate evaluation of student progress toward attaining the learning objectives.
- Design inclusive instructional strategies, including classroom, small groups and individualized instruction, to reach all students, and select and evaluate the materials needed to implement these strategies.
- Evaluate student progress towards attaining the learning outcomes, including thoughtfully designed individual assignments, projects, quizzes, and standardized tests.
- Maintain office hours convenient to students.
- Perform recruiting and job placement activities for students.
- Actively participate in, develop, and maintain effective working relationships with the program advisory committee and enhance advisory committee representation by developing close ties with the local business community.
- Develop, collaborate, maintain, and participate in program accreditation.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrated leadership or participation in institutional programs with persons from diverse backgrounds such as sexual orientation, racial, ethnic, religious, linguistic, gender, age, socio-economic, physical and learning abilities, and a commitment to an inclusive and equitable working / learning environment.
- Ability to work on online educational platform (Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle, etc).
- ASATT Certified Anesthesia Technician (Cer A.T.) and / or Certified Anesthesia Technologies (Cer A.T.T.) preferred.
- Minimum of three years of experience in Anesthesia Technology.
- ACLS & PALS certification required, or ability to receive ACLS & PALS Certification within 6 months of hire.
- Ability to design learning experiences that are interactive and respectful of cultural differences.
- Ability to work effectively with individuals whose first language is not English.
- Ability to work effectively and engage with adult learners.
- An interest in innovative curriculum and delivery.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
- Have or acquire within 90 days of initial employment a current healthcare provider CPR certification and First Aid Certificate.
- Documentation of current immunization and health requirements within 6 months of hire date is required.
- Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
- Associate Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Anesthesia Technology or a related field preferred.
- Previous teaching experience preferred.
- Have taken, or take after initial employment, professional-technical teacher training courses.
- Demonstrated interest and ability to work successfully with students, staff, and the community.
- Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Demonstrated attention to detail required as well as previous experience maintaining accurate records, managing multiple tasks, and planning and organizing work in order to meet changing priorities and deadlines.
- Knowledge of, understanding of and commitment to the philosophy of the technical college.
- Ability to represent the college in a positive and professional manner, using tact, discretion and courtesy.
- Ability to speak a regionally top spoken language other than English is preferred (Spanish, Vietnamese, Russian, Somali, Chinese).
Terms of Employment
The person hired is required to provide authorization for employment in the United States.
All offers of employment are subject to background checks. Post offer, pre hire background checks (including criminal record) may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
**Official Transcripts are required upon hire**
For questions regarding this position contact 425-235-2296 or [email protected]
Renton Technical College Employee Benefits
Coverage begins the first day of the month following the date of hire. If the date of hire is the first working day of the month, coverage begins immediately. Spouse or same-sex domestic partner, and dependent children are eligible for coverage. Eligible employees at Renton Technical College (RTC) receive a generous benefits package in addition to their paycheck, including:
MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE
Medical Plan Monthly Costs
Employees pay a portion of their medical care cost through payroll deduction. The employee premium is based on the choice of plan and coverage for lawful spouses, same-sex domestic partners, and dependent children.
Employee Monthly Contribution by Family Tier
Group Health Classic
2018 Employee Only: $162
2018 Employee and Spouse: $334
2018 Employee and Child/Children: $284
2018 Employee, Spouse and Child/Children: $456
Group Health Consumer-Directed Health Plan (with a health savings account)
2018 Employee Only: $25
2018 Employee and Spouse: $60
2018 Employee and Child/Children: $44
2018 Employee, Spouse and Child/Children: $79
Group Health Sound Choice
2018 Employee Only: $51
2018 Employee and Spouse: $112
2018 Employee and Child/Children: $89
2018 Employee, Spouse and Child/Children: $150
Group Health Value
2018 Employee Only: $78
2018 Employee and Spouse: $166
2018 Employee and Child/Children: $137
2018 Employee, Spouse and Child/Children: $225
Uniform Medical Plan Classic (UMP Classic), administered by Regence BlueShield (PPO):
2018 Employee Only: $102
2018 Employee and Spouse: $214
2018 Employee and Child/Children: $179
2018 Employee, Spouse and Child/Children: $291
Uniform Medical Plan CDHP* (Consumer Directed Health Plan), administered by Regence BlueShield:
2018 Employee Only: $25
2018 Employee and Spouse: $60
2018 Employee and Child/Children: $44
2018 Employee, Spouse and Child/Children: $79
UMP Plus-Puget Sound High Value Network
2018 Employee Only: $45
2018 Employee and Spouse: $100
2018 Employee and Child/Children: $79
2018 Employee, Spouse and Child/Children: $134
UMP Plus-UW Medicine Accountable Care Network
2018 Employee Only: $45
2018 Employee and Spouse: $100
2018 Employee and Child/Children: $79
2018 Employee, Spouse and Child/Children: $134
Spouse rates are applicable to qualified/Washington State-registered domestic partner
All premium rates listed are as of January 1, 2018.
For more information about CDHP, HSA, and traditional health plans, please visit www.hca.wa.gov/pebb
Dental Coverage & Cost*
Renton Technical College provides dental coverage at no monthly premium cost to the employee.
Benefit eligible employees have a choice of dental plans. Options include:
Uniform Dental Plan
Preferred Provider Organization (PPO)
Administered by Washington Dental Service (WDS)
DeltaCare
Managed Care Plan
Administered by Washington Dental Service (WDS)
Willamette Dental
Managed Care Plan
Administered by Willamette Dental
Vision
Employees do not pay separate premium for vision coverage; it is covered under the medical plan. Optical service frequency and hardware (glasses, contact lenses, etc.) vary depending on type of plan selected.
Waiving Medical Coverage
If you have other medical insurance you can choose to waive medical coverage for yourself or any family member. If you have existing coverage through your spouse or domestic partner, please contact the plan directly to see how they will coordinate benefits.
If waiving medical coverage, the employee will still be covered under the dental insurance plan at no monthly premium cost.
Medical Flex Spending Accounts (FSA) & Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
The FSA and DCAP plans are offered by the College and The State of Washington. They are calendar year, pre-tax, spending programs you can use to set aside money for eligible expenses. Both plans are offered as payroll deductions.
The Flexible Spending Account (FSA) is a PEBB sponsored benefit program that allows you to use pre-tax money to pay for certain out-of-pocket medical expenses. An FSA can save you 25 - 40% on your eligible expenses.
Annual contributions in 2018 can be between a minimum of $240 to maximum of $2600. As a "use it or lose it" IRC governed plan, medical expense reimbursements can be requested for employee, spouse, or their IRS eligible dependents.
The Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) allows you to save on child or elder care expenses (e.g. babysitting, daycare, in-home care for an older dependent incapable of self-care).
LIFE INSURANCE
Eligibility
Permanent employees, lawful spouse, qualified same-sex domestic partner and dependent children under 26 years of age.
Effective date of coverage
First of the month following the date of employment for basic coverage; for optional coverage, amounts become effective the first of the month following approval date.
Basic Coverage: $35,000 Basic Term Life & $5,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) *Part A is employer provided at no cost to the employee.
Supplemental Life Coverage(s): Supplemental term insurance coverage for employee, lawful spouse, qualified same-sex domestic partner and family is available in $10,000 increments from $10,000 up to $100,000, at additional cost to the employee.
Supplemental AD&D Coverage: Voluntary Accidental Death and Dismemberment for employee, lawful spouse, qualified same-sex domestic partner and family is available at additional cost to employee.
Life Insurance Evidence of Insurability may be required for certain supplemental coverage amounts.
LONG TERM DISABILITY
Basic Plan*
Optional Plan
There is an optional plan that pays 60% of pre-disability monthly earnings, reduced by any deductible income, and is available at additional cost to employee. Maximum benefit $6000 per month; minimum benefit is $240 per month. Cost for the optional plan is determined by employee type and waiting period selected.
RETIREMENT OPTIONS
Tax Deferred Retirement Plans
TIAA-CREF: defined contribution plan for Faculty, Administrators, and Exempt employees
Employee Contribution: Under 35: 5% of gross salary; 35-49: 7.5% of gross salary; 50 & over: 10% of gross salary
Employer Contribution: Under 35: 5% of gross salary; 35-49: 7.5% of gross salary; 50 & over: 10% of gross salary
TRS Plan 3: defined benefit & employee defined contribution for Faculty
Employee Contribution: 4.69% of gross salary
Employer Contribution: 8.04% of gross salary
Supplemental Retirement & Deferred Compensation Plan
Supplemental Retirement Plan: In addition to regular matched retirement, employee can voluntarily participate in a 403(b) plan and set aside a portion of their income in Pre-Tax Elective Deferral or an After-Tax (Roth) Elective Deferral. Agreements and amounts can be changed at any time.
Deferred Compensation Plan: The State of Washington 457 plan permits employee to set aside additional pre-tax earnings for retirement savings.
Certain tax regulations allow employees to participate in one or both supplemental 403(b) plans and State of Washington's 457 deferred compensation plan.
Contributions to a 403(b) or 457 plan are funded solely by the employee.
REDUCED TUITION
Employees can take most credit and non-credit classes at a reduced cost when space is available and certain conditions are met.
Credit classes
Faculty employed at 50% or more and permanent classified, exempt, or administrative staff may take almost any credit class on a space-available basis if requirements and prerequisites have been met. To get the reduced tuition rate, the employee may not register until the date listed in the enrollment calendar (usually the third day of the quarter). Hourly and probationary employees are not eligible for this reduced tuition.
Auto and Home Insurance – Liberty Mutual
PEBB members may receive a discount of up to 12 percent off Liberty Mutual's auto insurance rates and up to 5 percent off Liberty Mutual's home insurance rates. In addition to the discount, Liberty Mutual also offers:
Eligible employees may join one of two credit unions. Both offer member services that include payroll direct deposit, automatic bill pay, savings and checking accounts, overdraft protection, personal lines of credit and low interest loans.
Home Street
Homeownership Benefits for RTC Employees
As a RTC employee you are eligible for exclusive homeownership benefits with the Hometown Home Loan Program offered through Home Street Bank. With this benefits package, you have access to vital homeownership resources.
Paid Holidays
Eligible employees will be paid for up to eleven (11) of the following holidays:
Leave
To determine the accrual rate, refer to the RFT contract or collective bargaining agreement.
Resources:
Health Benefits / Plan Comparisons / Plan Contact Information
Please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) online to view plan comparisons, benefit summaries, and for direct links to plan pages and contact information, at www.hca.wa.gov/pebb
Retirement Programs
Employee and Employer contributions to applicable retirement plans are mandatory for benefit eligible employees. The amount of the deduction and contribution are dependent upon the retirement plan chosen and may vary by current contribution rates in effect.
The following agencies/institutions administer our retirement programs:
§ State Board Benefits Connection – Retirement: http://www.sbctc.edu/colleges-staff/my-employment/retirement.aspx
§ State Board Retirement Plan (SBRP) / TIAA-CREF: http://enroll.tiaa-cref.org/sbctc/
§ Washington State Department of Retirement Systems: http://www.drs.wa.gov
Renton Technical College Benefits Office
Renton Technical College Benefits Office:
Lisa Ziemer / Benefits Manager [email protected]
Phone: 425-235-7861
Coverage begins the first day of the month following the date of hire. If the date of hire is the first working day of the month, coverage begins immediately. Spouse or same-sex domestic partner, and dependent children are eligible for coverage. Eligible employees at Renton Technical College (RTC) receive a generous benefits package in addition to their paycheck, including:
MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE
Medical Plan Monthly Costs
Employees pay a portion of their medical care cost through payroll deduction. The employee premium is based on the choice of plan and coverage for lawful spouses, same-sex domestic partners, and dependent children.
Employee Monthly Contribution by Family Tier
Group Health Classic
2018 Employee Only: $162
2018 Employee and Spouse: $334
2018 Employee and Child/Children: $284
2018 Employee, Spouse and Child/Children: $456
Group Health Consumer-Directed Health Plan (with a health savings account)
2018 Employee Only: $25
2018 Employee and Spouse: $60
2018 Employee and Child/Children: $44
2018 Employee, Spouse and Child/Children: $79
Group Health Sound Choice
2018 Employee Only: $51
2018 Employee and Spouse: $112
2018 Employee and Child/Children: $89
2018 Employee, Spouse and Child/Children: $150
Group Health Value
2018 Employee Only: $78
2018 Employee and Spouse: $166
2018 Employee and Child/Children: $137
2018 Employee, Spouse and Child/Children: $225
Uniform Medical Plan Classic (UMP Classic), administered by Regence BlueShield (PPO):
2018 Employee Only: $102
2018 Employee and Spouse: $214
2018 Employee and Child/Children: $179
2018 Employee, Spouse and Child/Children: $291
Uniform Medical Plan CDHP* (Consumer Directed Health Plan), administered by Regence BlueShield:
2018 Employee Only: $25
2018 Employee and Spouse: $60
2018 Employee and Child/Children: $44
2018 Employee, Spouse and Child/Children: $79
UMP Plus-Puget Sound High Value Network
2018 Employee Only: $45
2018 Employee and Spouse: $100
2018 Employee and Child/Children: $79
2018 Employee, Spouse and Child/Children: $134
UMP Plus-UW Medicine Accountable Care Network
2018 Employee Only: $45
2018 Employee and Spouse: $100
2018 Employee and Child/Children: $79
2018 Employee, Spouse and Child/Children: $134
Spouse rates are applicable to qualified/Washington State-registered domestic partner
All premium rates listed are as of January 1, 2018.
- Consumer Directed Health Plans (CDHP's) are paired with a Health Savings Account (HSA). CDHP's are a type of insurance plan that has lower premiums, a higher annual deductible, and higher out-of-pocket maximum than traditional health plans. An HSA is a tax-exempt account that you
For more information about CDHP, HSA, and traditional health plans, please visit www.hca.wa.gov/pebb
Dental Coverage & Cost*
Renton Technical College provides dental coverage at no monthly premium cost to the employee.
Benefit eligible employees have a choice of dental plans. Options include:
Uniform Dental Plan
Preferred Provider Organization (PPO)
Administered by Washington Dental Service (WDS)
DeltaCare
Managed Care Plan
Administered by Washington Dental Service (WDS)
Willamette Dental
Managed Care Plan
Administered by Willamette Dental
- Cost for dental services provided and coverage options vary based on plan selection.
Vision
Employees do not pay separate premium for vision coverage; it is covered under the medical plan. Optical service frequency and hardware (glasses, contact lenses, etc.) vary depending on type of plan selected.
Waiving Medical Coverage
If you have other medical insurance you can choose to waive medical coverage for yourself or any family member. If you have existing coverage through your spouse or domestic partner, please contact the plan directly to see how they will coordinate benefits.
If waiving medical coverage, the employee will still be covered under the dental insurance plan at no monthly premium cost.
Medical Flex Spending Accounts (FSA) & Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
The FSA and DCAP plans are offered by the College and The State of Washington. They are calendar year, pre-tax, spending programs you can use to set aside money for eligible expenses. Both plans are offered as payroll deductions.
The Flexible Spending Account (FSA) is a PEBB sponsored benefit program that allows you to use pre-tax money to pay for certain out-of-pocket medical expenses. An FSA can save you 25 - 40% on your eligible expenses.
Annual contributions in 2018 can be between a minimum of $240 to maximum of $2600. As a "use it or lose it" IRC governed plan, medical expense reimbursements can be requested for employee, spouse, or their IRS eligible dependents.
The Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) allows you to save on child or elder care expenses (e.g. babysitting, daycare, in-home care for an older dependent incapable of self-care).
LIFE INSURANCE
Eligibility
Permanent employees, lawful spouse, qualified same-sex domestic partner and dependent children under 26 years of age.
Effective date of coverage
First of the month following the date of employment for basic coverage; for optional coverage, amounts become effective the first of the month following approval date.
Basic Coverage: $35,000 Basic Term Life & $5,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) *Part A is employer provided at no cost to the employee.
Supplemental Life Coverage(s): Supplemental term insurance coverage for employee, lawful spouse, qualified same-sex domestic partner and family is available in $10,000 increments from $10,000 up to $100,000, at additional cost to the employee.
Supplemental AD&D Coverage: Voluntary Accidental Death and Dismemberment for employee, lawful spouse, qualified same-sex domestic partner and family is available at additional cost to employee.
Life Insurance Evidence of Insurability may be required for certain supplemental coverage amounts.
LONG TERM DISABILITY
Basic Plan*
- The basic plan is employer provided and at no cost to the employee. It Provides 60% of the first $400 pre-disability monthly earnings, reduced by any deductible income.
Optional Plan
There is an optional plan that pays 60% of pre-disability monthly earnings, reduced by any deductible income, and is available at additional cost to employee. Maximum benefit $6000 per month; minimum benefit is $240 per month. Cost for the optional plan is determined by employee type and waiting period selected.
RETIREMENT OPTIONS
Tax Deferred Retirement Plans
TIAA-CREF: defined contribution plan for Faculty, Administrators, and Exempt employees
Employee Contribution: Under 35: 5% of gross salary; 35-49: 7.5% of gross salary; 50 & over: 10% of gross salary
Employer Contribution: Under 35: 5% of gross salary; 35-49: 7.5% of gross salary; 50 & over: 10% of gross salary
TRS Plan 3: defined benefit & employee defined contribution for Faculty
Employee Contribution: 4.69% of gross salary
Employer Contribution: 8.04% of gross salary
- Employee and Employer contributions to applicable retirement plans are mandatory for benefit eligible employees. The amount of the deduction and contribution are dependent upon the retirement plan chosen and may vary by current contribution rates in effect.
Supplemental Retirement & Deferred Compensation Plan
Supplemental Retirement Plan: In addition to regular matched retirement, employee can voluntarily participate in a 403(b) plan and set aside a portion of their income in Pre-Tax Elective Deferral or an After-Tax (Roth) Elective Deferral. Agreements and amounts can be changed at any time.
Deferred Compensation Plan: The State of Washington 457 plan permits employee to set aside additional pre-tax earnings for retirement savings.
Certain tax regulations allow employees to participate in one or both supplemental 403(b) plans and State of Washington's 457 deferred compensation plan.
Contributions to a 403(b) or 457 plan are funded solely by the employee.
REDUCED TUITION
Employees can take most credit and non-credit classes at a reduced cost when space is available and certain conditions are met.
Credit classes
Faculty employed at 50% or more and permanent classified, exempt, or administrative staff may take almost any credit class on a space-available basis if requirements and prerequisites have been met. To get the reduced tuition rate, the employee may not register until the date listed in the enrollment calendar (usually the third day of the quarter). Hourly and probationary employees are not eligible for this reduced tuition.
Auto and Home Insurance – Liberty Mutual
PEBB members may receive a discount of up to 12 percent off Liberty Mutual's auto insurance rates and up to 5 percent off Liberty Mutual's home insurance rates. In addition to the discount, Liberty Mutual also offers:
- Discounts based on your driving record, age, auto safety features, and more.
- A 12-month rate guarantee on their competitive rates.
- Convenient payment options including automatic payroll deduction, electronic funds transfer, or direct billing at home.
- Prompt claims service with access to local representatives.
Eligible employees may join one of two credit unions. Both offer member services that include payroll direct deposit, automatic bill pay, savings and checking accounts, overdraft protection, personal lines of credit and low interest loans.
- School Employees Credit Union of Washington
- Washington State Employees Credit Union
Home Street
Homeownership Benefits for RTC Employees
As a RTC employee you are eligible for exclusive homeownership benefits with the Hometown Home Loan Program offered through Home Street Bank. With this benefits package, you have access to vital homeownership resources.
Paid Holidays
Eligible employees will be paid for up to eleven (11) of the following holidays:
- Labor Day
- Veteran's Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- The day after Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
- New Year's Day
- The legally designated day for Martin Luther King Jr's birthday
- Presidents' Day
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Personal Holiday (1 day)
Leave
To determine the accrual rate, refer to the RFT contract or collective bargaining agreement.
Resources:
Health Benefits / Plan Comparisons / Plan Contact Information
Please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) online to view plan comparisons, benefit summaries, and for direct links to plan pages and contact information, at www.hca.wa.gov/pebb
Retirement Programs
Employee and Employer contributions to applicable retirement plans are mandatory for benefit eligible employees. The amount of the deduction and contribution are dependent upon the retirement plan chosen and may vary by current contribution rates in effect.
The following agencies/institutions administer our retirement programs:
§ State Board Benefits Connection – Retirement: http://www.sbctc.edu/colleges-staff/my-employment/retirement.aspx
§ State Board Retirement Plan (SBRP) / TIAA-CREF: http://enroll.tiaa-cref.org/sbctc/
§ Washington State Department of Retirement Systems: http://www.drs.wa.gov
Renton Technical College Benefits Office
Renton Technical College Benefits Office:
Lisa Ziemer / Benefits Manager [email protected]
Phone: 425-235-7861