Diagnostic Medical Sonography Full-Time Tenure Faculty

Olympic College • Bremerton Campus, WA

296d • $78,411 - $109,033

About The Position

Olympic College (OC) is recruiting a full-time tenure-track faculty to teach courses in Diagnostic Medical Sonography. OC is in search of faculty members who are deeply committed to student-centered education and the promotion of an inclusive and equitable learning environment. As a comprehensive community college, we offer a wide range of programs, including Transitional Studies (e.g., high school diploma and GED preparation, as well as English for English Language Learners), academic transfer and workforce education degrees, and certificates, five applied baccalaureate degrees, and community education services across our two-county region. The DMS full-time tenure faculty position involves teaching didactic, laboratory, and clinical courses, advising students, contributing to program assessment and accreditation (Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JRC-DMS) and CAHEEP (Committee on Accreditation of Health Education Programs)) efforts, and engaging in department, division, and college activities to support student success and professional growth.

Requirements

• Possess a minimum of an Associate's degree from an accredited institution in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
• Current American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or equivalent Board-certification in Abdomen and OB/GYN Ultrasound.
• Two (2) years of recent clinical experience in diagnostic ultrasound.
• Have experience teaching and/or precepting DMS students.
• Ability to connect and build relationships with students and colleagues from various ethnicities, ages, backgrounds, learning styles, and abilities.
• Computer competency to include Microsoft Office Suites applications.
• The gross and fine motor skills required to assist students and providing safe effective diagnostic ultrasound.
• The physical endurance and ability to work in a clinical setting with students for 4-6 hours.
• The physical endurance and strength sufficient to assist students with providing diagnostic ultrasound.
• Currently hold an unencumbered DMS (RDMS) license in WA state.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in DMS or related field from an accredited institution.
• Have experience with accreditation standards (JRC-DMS, CAHEEP).
• Prior classroom and clinical teaching experience in a community college setting.
• Experience with curriculum development and Canvas LMS.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop courses in the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program, including lectures, lab instruction, and clinical education.
• Design, implement, and update course curriculum to align with accreditation standards and industry best practices.
• Conduct student assessments using a variety of instructional methodologies and evaluation tools to measure learning outcomes.
• Supervise students in clinical settings, ensuring the application of theoretical knowledge to practical sonographic procedures.
• Engage in academic advising, mentoring, and career guidance for students.
• Participate in program accreditation processes, ensuring compliance with institutional and accreditation body standards (CAAHEP, JRC-DMS).
• Maintain expertise in the field by engaging in ongoing professional development, research, and scholarly activities.
• Contribute to faculty governance, institutional service, and committee participation.
• Collaborate with healthcare partners, clinical affiliates, and faculty to maintain and expand clinical education opportunities.
• Utilize learning management systems and technology to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
• Foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment that promotes diversity, equity, and student success.
• Participate in local events related to student recruitment and any other activities related to DMS Program and community outreach.
• Collaborate with faculty to develop, review, and revise the program's curriculum to support current industry standards and best practices.
• Teach evening, distance, and branch campus courses when required.
• Provide quality teaching including related preparation, grading, and record keeping.
• Provide class syllabi to students enrolled in classes by the first day of classes and to the division office as requested.
• Identify individual learning needs of students and make appropriate adjustments in learning environments and activities.
• Provide student advising for career/academic pathways, mentoring, and support.
• Contribute to development of composition curriculum and student learning outcomes.
• Contribute to the assessment of student learning and program outcomes annually.
• Punctual communication with students, faculty, staff, clinical partners, and administrators.
• Maintain physical office hours for student consultation.
• Attend faculty, department and division meetings and serve on college committees.
• Serve on appropriate college and community committees.
• Perform other related duties as assigned and/or required.

Benefits

• Medical/vision, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental dismemberment.
• Flexible Spending Arrangement.
• Dependent Care Assistance Program.
• Wellness Programs.
• Retirement option between SBRP retirement plan administered by TIAA or Department of Retirement Systems Plan 3.
• Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan.
• Leave - sick/personal leave.
• Aflac, auto/home insurance.
• Space available tuition waiver.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Fitness center.
• Reduced rate and priority consideration on-site child care on a space available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Associate degree