Director Clinical Education Diagnostic Medical ...

The Director of Clinical Education ensures the availability of clinical sites for the educational experience of the Diagnostic Medical Sonography students. It is the responsibility of the Director of Clinical Education to prepare the students for their clinical experience with lab practice, classroom lectures and scheduling of physicals, background checks and/or drug testing required for clinical placement.Secure new clinical affiliation agreements (contracts) as required by the programMaintain affiliation agreements and ensure timely renewals of expiring contractsRegularly visit affiliates and validate clinical objectives are delivered appropriately to studentsEvaluate and validate the clinical education affiliate's appropriateness and effectivenessDocument and record clinical site visitCreate, maintain and audit student records (e.g. immunizations, background checks, and drug testing); Affirm compliance with clinical affiliate requirementsDevelop, monitor, and refine the clinical education component of the curriculumCoordinate clinical education with didactic educationSchedule students in appropriate clinical rotationsMonitor and affirm that students neet clinical education requirementsProvide supervision of students while onsite clinical affiliate location(s)Review and monitor clinical documentation is complete, accurate, and securely maintainedOrient and train clinical instructors and preceptors at clinical sitesParticipate in the local professional community to raise awareness of the institution, enhance student opportunities, and build professional networksActively participate in student, campus, and community activities as requiredProvide instruction in both the Clinical and Didactic aspects of the programOrganize and deliver class objectives in a clear, concise mannerEvaluate student performance through assignments, exams, and practical assessmentsProvide constructive feedback and support to students to help them achieve academic and professional successIdentify and report on any at-risk students; creates individualized success plans to mitigate attritionFoster relationships with students to help them meet program competency requirementsMeet with students and education personnel to discuss instructional programs and related issuesProvide and maintain regular, substantive interaction with students in online course componentsMaintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progressDeliver engaging lectures and lab sessions on assigned topics, diagnostic procedures, equipment operation and troubleshooting, etc.Promote and enforce safety and compliance standards in labs and clinical environmentsEstablish/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 metricsRecognizes and rewards employee contributions and achievementsOther duties as assignedAssociate degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (required)Minimum of four (4) years professional experience in OB/GYN and/or abdominal sonography with a minimum of two (2) years in abdomen and OB/GYN (required)Teaching experience in a clinical setting (preferred)Proficiency in curriculum development, teaching methodology, supervision, instruction, evaluation, and guidanceIndependently manage complex tasks and projectsCoach and mentor junior team membersAnalyze problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutionsPresent ideas in a compelling and structured format to diverse audiencesDemonstrate refined listening skills and emotional intelligenceFacilitate training sessions and cross-functional meetingsDrive consistent results in a fast-paced environmentLeverage enterprise-level tools and systems to streamline processesCreate new and better ways for the organization to succeedDevelop people to achieve their goals and support organizational successNavigate complex policies, processes, and organizational dynamics with easeOperate effectively in uncertainty and ambiguityWork independently, escalating complex or high-impact issuesDrive innovation to improve organizational successDevelop others to achieve individual and organizational goalsNavigate complex organizational dynamics with confidencePerform effectively amid uncertainty and ambiguityAble and willing to:Communicate, think, learn, and reasonUse computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to process transactions, store documents, enter data, or perform assigned tasksSafely ambulate and/or maneuver when on-site at Company locationsDemonstrate and utilize active listening, inductive reasoning, information ordering and category flexibilityAbility to use good judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skillsAbility to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information with discretionAbility to work in a fast-paced environment where deadlines are essential and multiple projects are worked simultaneouslyAbility to gain, understand and apply information and data as it relates essential functions of the positionAbility to foster long-term relationships with stakeholdersFrequently (80% or more of workday)Use hearing and sight (both near and far vision)Communicate with faculty and students to provide direct instructionOccasionally (up to 50% of workday)Use fine motor skills to operate personal computers, manual and electrical (dental, nursing, etc.) equipment, as well as various diagnostic or procedure equipmentRarely (less than 20% of workday)Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds with the assistance of mechanical interventions, students, or other employeesBend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl to provide instruction in labs and demonstrate proceduresRarely (less than 20% of workday)Ability to travel to local worksitesUse fine and large motor skills to operate a motor vehicleUse hearing and sight (both near and far vision) to operate a motor vehicleWork is performed indoors in a climate-controlled environment when on site at assigned company location. Employees must be able to safely ambulate when on company premises.This position is designated as On Campus or On site; Work environments may include exposure to student learning environments with a variety of conditions. Employees must be able to follow all safety precautions including the use of personal-protective equipment. Employees must also be able to adhere to site-specific safety procedures.Local travel required (up to 10%)

Created: 2026-03-09