Diagnostic Medical Sonography Instructor (RDMS) | Part-Time

Pima Medical Institute Current Openings•Renton, WA

20d•$45 - $56

About The Position

Your Expertise. Their Future. You've mastered the art of sonography. Now, experience the profound reward of passing it on. We're looking for a passionate sonographer to mentor and develop the next generation of techs in our established program. If you find joy in watching a student's "aha!" moment and are driven to cultivate skilled, compassionate patient-care providers, this is your calling. Ready to make a difference? Apply to inspire! Approximately 20 hours per week | Morning Classes Please share your availability when you apply!

Requirements

Associate’s degree from an academic institution accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Secretary of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
Three (3) years of occupational (i.e., practical) experience in the Sonography or closely related field.
Active registration/credential from a nationally recognized sonography-credentialing agency (RDMS).
Possess the appropriate credential(s) specific to one or more of the concentration(s) offered (AB, OB/GYN).
Current license, certification, or other credential as required by local, state, and/or federal laws to work in the Diagnostic Medical Sonography field.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and computer skills.

Responsibilities

Implement and evaluate daily lesson plans for students to include scheduled activities and materials in sequence.
Plan instruction to achieve specific objectives based upon student needs and established curriculum.
Monitor the attendance of students in the program and coordinate with the Student Services Coordinator or Associate Director when absences occur two days in a row.
Prepare attendance reports weekly for the office management department.
Review student success rates 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.
Maintain student grades in accordance with established policies.
Prepare final grades at the end of each sequence to update student records and transcripts.
Evaluate the performance of students regarding achievements in the curriculum and activities, and make necessary provisions to meet learning needs.
Arrange and coordinate guest speakers, community service field trips, and visits to clinics and medical offices.
Monitor student academic progress and inform the Student Services Coordinator or Associate Director when a student’s grade average for any course drops below 77%.
Prepare lectures and practical demonstrations for students in class and individually.
Assist and advise students with the diagnostic medical sonography program curriculum.
Monitor students in the laboratory.
Demonstrate and assist students with lab procedures and ensure safety precautions are adhered to.
May assist and coordinate externships for diagnostic medical sonography students.