Diagnostic Medical Sonography Clinical Director (ARDMS)

Pima Medical Institute Current Openings•Phoenix, AZ

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is a mission to shape the future of healthcare by mentoring the next generation of skilled sonographers. The ideal candidate will be a pioneer, passionate about building strong relationships with local medical facilities and dedicated to mentoring students. This position involves inspiring students and forging clinical pathways that will launch successful careers.

Requirements

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).
Must hold all current licenses or certifications as required by state and federal law to practice in the field.
Three (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.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree

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.
Coordinate with clinical staff to establish a regular site for students.
Coordinate 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.
Coordinate student scheduling within the department.