Program Director - Diagnostic Medical Sonography

International College of Health Sciences (ICHS) is seeking a Program Director - Diagnostic Medical Sonography is a leadership role responsible for the comprehensive management and strategic development of the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program. This position plays an important role in facilitating student success, maintaining program integrity, and ensuring high-quality academic and clinical education.

Responsibilities

Program Management

• Oversee the daily operations, structure, and administration of the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program
• Conduct periodic reviews and evaluations of program curricula
• Ensure continued development and effectiveness of educational strategies
• Maintain compliance with accreditation standards and professional regulations

Academic Leadership

• Coordinate and integrate clinical and didactic education components
• Develop, review, and revise program policies and procedures
• Maintain a systematic evaluation plan for ongoing program improvement
• Update curriculum to reflect current industry standards and practices

Student Success

• Provide comprehensive student counseling and academic advising
• Evaluate student performance during clinical visits
• Maintain detailed student clinical records
• Calculate quarterly grades
• Analyze student data including retention rates and credential pass rates

Clinical Education Coordination

• Act as a liaison between clinical agencies and the college
• Ensure effectiveness of clinical affiliates and education centers
• Coordinate, evaluate, and supervise the program's clinical component
• Maintain open communication with Clinical Coordinator

Qualifications

Education / Experience / Knowledge

Bachelor's degree required, and a registry in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDMS). Director must also hold a valid registered diagnostic cardiac, vascular or general sonography credential; in good standing with the ARDMS or CCI.

Required Experience and Skills:

• Minimum of four (4) years of experience as a registered diagnostic medical sonographer, of which two (2) years must include experience in clinical diagnostic care and a minimum of two (2) years teaching in an accredited sonography program either as an appointed faculty member or as a clinical preceptor.
• Successful experience with an understanding of federal, state, and local and private grant funded Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program
• In-depth understanding of planning, program development, evaluation, and budgeting

Desired:

• Teaching and administrative experience in a comprehensive college setting
• Employment experience in business and industry

Certificates and Licensures: Registry in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDMS) and hold a valid registered diagnostic cardiac, vascular or general sonography credential; in good standing with the ARDMS or CCI.

Additional Information:

At no time may work be performed, or computer systems accessed, from outside of the U.S. Individuals hired must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Please note that the responsibilities outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.

International College of Health Sciences provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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