Diagnostic Medical Sonography Clinical Director (ARDMS)

About the role

The ideal candidate will be a pioneer—someone passionate about building strong relationships with local medical facilities and dedicated to mentoring the next generation of skilled sonographers. This is more than a directorship; it's a mission to shape the future of healthcare in our community.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the clinical and didactic education for the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program.
• Coordinate and revise the clinical education plan.
• Recommend changes to the Program Director.
• Secure new clinical sites and contractual agreements.
• Conduct orientation for students at each clinical education site.
• Visit clinical sites to review and evaluate students’ clinical performance and progress.
• Cookordinate with clinical staff to establish a regular site for students.
• Cookordinate with site instructors to ensure effective clinical education.
• Develop clinical objectives and evaluations.
• Prepare lesson plans and instruct students in Diagnostic Medical Sonography methods and techniques.
• Perform the duties of a Diagnostic Medical Sonography instructor.
• Monitor competency evaluations and clinical records with students.
• Review student success rates by class and implement a plan to reduce student withdrawals.
• Meet with students to encourage them to stay in the program.
• Maintain an 80% student success rate for all classes taught in the program.
• Evaluate students' performance against the course objectives and make necessary provisions to meet learning needs.
• May assist the Program Director with student applicants for admission into the program.
• Maintain student grades in accordance with established policies.
• Prepare final grades at the end of each semester to update student records and transcripts.
• Monitor students’ radiation exposure.
• Cookordinate student scheduling within the department.

Requirements

• Average 3 years of full-time professional experience as a sonographer or ultrasound technologist (general, cardiac, pediatric cardiac, and/or vascular).
• Demonstrated proficiency in teaching, student supervision, and evaluation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and related computer skills.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from an accredited institution (Bachelor’s degree preferred).
• Active RDMS credential in good standing.
• Additional specialty credential(s) required (e.g., AB, OB/GYN).
• Hold all current licenses or certifications as required by state and federal law to practice in the field.

Skills

• Strong leadership and mentorship skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with local medical facilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related computer skills.

Benefits

Compensation and Benefits That Empower You! Benefits We value our team members and are proud to offer a competitive hiring range in the higher education sector, along with a robust suite of benefits designed to support your well-being, financial security, and professional growth:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Choose from Medical PPO or two HDHP plans with HSA options, plus Dental and Vision plans.
• Secure Your Future: Take advantage of our 401(k) plan and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Income Protection: Enjoy peace of mind with Short- and Long-term Disability coverage and Basic Life Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Options: Access both Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) for greater financial flexibility.
• Support for You and Your Family: Benefit from our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to address life’s challenges.
• Time to Recharge: Receive Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay to balance work and life.
• Invest in Your Future: Unlock opportunities with Tuition Reimbursement and a commitment to your professional development.
• Wellness Matters: Participate in our Health & Wellness Program to nurture your physical and mental health.