Program Director Neurological Diagnostic

Universal Technical Institute•Grand Prairie, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Program Director Neurological Diagnostic manages faculty and other academic staff and ensures effective leadership of his or her department and students. In addition, the Program Director is responsible for all applicable accreditation commission standards or agency regulations as well as all programmatic outcomes. The Program Director is also required to implement, monitor, and uphold all applicable policies and procedures to ensure effective functioning of the department.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Neurodiagnostic, Healthcare Administration, Nurisng or a related clinical field (required)
Minimum of four (4) years of progressive experience in neurological diagnostics (e.g., EEG, EMG, Epilepsy Monitoring, Sleep Studies, Intraoperative Neuromonitoring)
Minimum of three (3) years of leadership experience, including supervision of multidisciplinary teams, program management, or department operations
Experience in clinical program development, strategic planning, and operational improvement within a healthcare setting
Documented course work in instructional methodologies, evaluation and assessment (required)
Demonstrated proficiency in curriculum development (required)
Ability to travel to worksite locations Occasionally (up to 10% of workday)
Use fine and large motor skills to operate a motor vehicle
Use hearing and sight (both near and far vision) to operate a motor vehicle
Communicate, think, learn, and reason
Use computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to process transactions, store documents, enter data, or perform assigned tasks
Safely ambulate and/or maneuver when on-site at Company locations
Demonstrate and utilize active listening, inductive reasoning, information ordering and category flexibility
Ability to use good judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information with discretion
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where deadlines are essential and multiple projects are worked simultaneously
Ability to gain, understand and apply information and data as it relates essential functions of the position
Ability to foster long-term relationships with stakeholders

Nice To Haves

Previous teaching experience (preferred)
One (1) year of experience in curriculum development, instructional methodologies, evaluation and assessment (preferred)

Responsibilities

Set the standard for professionalism and conduct within the program
Provide strong leadership and direction to faculty and staff, ensuring alignment with institutional goals
Ensure departmental operations comply with accreditor standards and institutional policies
Maintain legal and regulatory compliance related to program safety and operations
Recruit, train, orient, and supervise program faculty
Oversee faculty performance through regular classroom observations, evaluations, and professional development
Ensure faculty files are complete and up-to-date as required by the Academic Dean
Promote a learning environment that is active, respectful, and student-centered
Ensure the academic integrity and quality of the program's instruction
Participate in curriculum development and continuous improvement efforts
Monitor and ensure that appropriate surveys (student, faculty, etc.) are conducted and analyzed for improvement
Serve as a mentor and advisor to students, offering coaching and support as needed
Ensure student satisfaction, engagement, and positive learning outcomes
Support institutional goals related to student completion, licensure, and placement
Ensure full compliance with programmatic and institutional accreditation requirements
Prepare for and participate in site visits, advisory committee meetings, and accreditation reports or self-studies
Review and manage course, faculty, and student schedules
Participate in student orientations and graduation ceremonies
Contribute to the program budgeting process and manage procurement of instructional materials
Monitor and support Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP), including timely grade audits and advising
Engage in local professional networks and represent the organization in the community
Participate in campus-wide events and initiatives that support student and community engagement
Teach courses as required and as permitted by programmatic accrediting bodies
Establish/maintain a high performance team of professional, motivated and engaged staff utilizing effective training, performance management and career-development activities while leading them to achieve established business results and performance metrics
Recognizes and rewards employee contributions and achievements
Other duties as assigned