CVT Echo/Vascular Curriculum Coordinator, Noninvasive CVT Program

Medical University of South Carolina•Columbia, SC

About The Position

The Echo and Vascular Curriculum Coordinator serves as teaching faculty in the Noninvasive Cardiovascular Technology (CVT) Program at the Claude W. Smith MD School of Cardiovascular Technology at MUSC Health, with a focus on Adult Echocardiography and Vascular ultrasound. The role coordinates and teaches courses in these areas to provide students with comprehensive programmatic and technical instruction, exposure, and experience in Cardiac and Vascular Sonography. Working with the CVT Program Director and faculty, the Coordinator develops, coordinates, and delivers related didactic, laboratory, clinical, simulation, and pre-practicum instruction. The position assesses student learning across cognitive, affective, and psychomotor domains; coordinates clinical placements and activities; evaluates student experiences and performance; and works with faculty, clinical associates, and affiliated sites to support consistent instruction and compliance with accreditation guidelines. The Coordinator also supports curriculum planning, student mentorship, admissions, records and outcomes tracking, and related program activities.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Echocardiography and Vascular ultrasound Technology Program, or equivalent education and/or experience of no less than three years in the CVT field as an Echocardiography and Vascular ultrasound Technologist.
Current Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) credential.
Current Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) or Registered Vascular Sonographer (RVS) credential.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association for Healthcare Providers.
Bachelor’s degree and two years of work experience, or a high school diploma (or equivalent) and five years of experience.
Ability to see, hear, and speak; routinely sit, bend, stoop, and walk; and occasionally lift 20 or more pounds.
Ability to interpret and analyze information, think critically, and communicate effectively and professionally.

Responsibilities

Develop, coordinate, and teach Echocardiography- and Vascular ultrasound-related didactic, laboratory, clinical, simulation, and pre-practicum courses and activities.
Prepare and deliver lectures, simulation education, and pre-practicum activities in line with current best practices and accreditation guidelines.
Compile, administer, and grade examinations, competencies, evaluations, and projects to assess student learning.
Coordinate schedules and instruction in classroom and clinical environments as assigned.
Ensure students receive adequate programmatic and technical instruction, exposure, and experience in Echocardiography and Vascular ultrasound.
Work with faculty and clinical sites to evaluate student clinical and didactic performance.
Maintain inventory of relevant pre-practicum and simulation supplies and equipment at clinical and laboratory training sites.
Assist faculty in maintaining simulation education and clinical records, including student-learning outcomes and clinical education performance measures.
Coordinate pre-clinical, clinical, laboratory, and simulation activities as directed by the Program Director.
Supervise and coordinate student and clinical associate schedules for Echocardiography and Vascular ultrasound rotations or experiences.
Guide assigned clinical instructors and clinical associates on appropriate instructional and evaluative techniques.
Evaluate affiliated clinical-site experiences for quality, quantity, and appropriateness, including through student evaluations.
Serve as a liaison with clinical sites used for extramural clinical or laboratory educational experiences.
Visit clinical sites regularly to support consistent Echo and Vascular Sonography practice in accordance with accreditation guidelines.
Develop and maintain records documenting clinical experiences, student records, competencies, and employer data related to Echocardiography and Vascular ultrasound.
Provide students with access to clinical affiliate orientation documents and other required rotation documents.
Monitor student compliance with required health reports, drug screens, background checks, and clinical affiliate requirements as determined by the Program Director.
Provide students academic assistance and mentorship, particularly in Echocardiography and Vascular ultrasound.
Participate in curriculum planning and development, incorporating relevant advancements and best practices within accreditation guidelines.
Participate in admissions selection for qualified applicants to the Noninvasive CVT program.
Participate in departmental, committee, and program meetings, and attend local, state, and regional meetings supporting assigned programs.
Communicate with Echocardiography and Vascular ultrasound lab leadership about student performance and curriculum issues.
Set up and take down pre-practicum and simulation supplies or equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.