EP Program Director

Sacramento Ultrasound Institute•Sacramento, CA

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Program Director for the Electrophysiology (EP) Program is responsible for the overall leadership, administration, quality, and continuous improvement of the EP program. This role ensures compliance with institutional, state, and programmatic accreditation standards while delivering high‑quality didactic, laboratory, and clinical education that prepares graduates for professional practice in the electrophysiology field. The Program Director provides academic leadership, oversees faculty and curriculum, maintains clinical partnerships, supports student success, and serves as the primary liaison with accrediting bodies, advisory committees, and clinical affiliates.

Requirements

Current professional registration/certification in electrophysiology or a related cardiovascular specialty aligned with teaching responsibilities.
Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a related healthcare field (Master’s degree preferred).
Documented experience in electrophysiology clinical practice.
Prior teaching, leadership, or educational administration experience in a healthcare or allied health setting.
Demonstrated knowledge of accreditation standards and clinical education requirements.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience as a Program Director, Assistant Program Director, or Clinical Coordinator.
Experience with CAAHEP/JRC‑CVT or similar programmatic accreditation processes.
Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
Experience working with adult learners in academic and clinical environments.

Responsibilities

Provide day‑to‑day leadership and oversight of the EP Program, ensuring alignment with SUI’s academic mission and outcomes.
Develop, implement, and continuously evaluate program goals, policies, and procedures.
Ensure compliance with all applicable institutional policies, state regulations, and programmatic accreditation standards.
Prepare, submit, and maintain all required accreditation reports, self‑studies, and documentation.
Serve as the primary point of contact for accrediting agencies, regulatory bodies, and clinical partners.
Oversee development, implementation, and revision of the EP curriculum to ensure it reflects current industry standards and scope of practice.
Ensure effective integration of didactic, laboratory, and clinical learning experiences.
Monitor course delivery to ensure learning outcomes and competencies are met.
Participate in instruction as appropriate, consistent with qualifications and accreditation requirements.
Recruit, orient, mentor, and evaluate program faculty and instructional staff.
Ensure faculty credentials and ongoing professional development meet accreditation and institutional standards.
Foster collaboration and consistent communication among faculty, lab, and clinical instructors.
Establish, maintain, and evaluate clinical affiliation agreements to ensure adequate, high‑quality clinical placement opportunities.
Ensure appropriate student supervision, evaluation, and documentation during clinical rotations.
Address clinical site feedback and implement program improvements as needed.
Monitor student clinical competencies and progression.
Monitor student academic progress, clinical performance, and professional behavior.
Address student concerns, performance issues, and remediation plans when necessary.
Participate in admissions, orientation, advising, and retention initiatives as assigned.
Ensure accurate documentation of student records, competencies, and program completion requirements.
Lead and participate in EP Program Advisory Committee meetings.
Engage industry and clinical partners to ensure program relevance, workforce alignment, and continuous improvement.
Use advisory and employer feedback to support curriculum and program enhancements.