Program Director-Diagnostic Medical Sonography-Vascular/Echo-ARDMS-$5,000 Sign-On Bonus or Relocation Assistance Available

Shape the Future of Diagnostic Medical Sonography Education

Southeastern College is seeking an experienced and passionate Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Director to lead our growing DMS, Vascular Ultrasound, and Echocardiography programs.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ARDMS-credentialed Sonographer, Vascular Technologist, Cardiac Sonographer, Clinical Coordinator, Lead Sonographer, or experienced educator ready to advance into academic leadership while making a lasting impact on the next generation of healthcare professionals.

If you are passionate about ultrasound education, student success, accreditation excellence, and healthcare workforce development, we encourage you to apply.

Why Join Southeastern College?

• $5,000 Sign-On Bonus or Relocation Assistance Available
• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Leadership Role in a Growing Healthcare Program
• Opportunity to Mentor Future Sonographers
• Collaborative and Student-Focused Culture

Position Summary

The Program Director is responsible for the leadership, development, administration, and continuous improvement of the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program, including Vascular Technology and Echocardiography concentrations.

This role ensures program quality, student success, clinical excellence, accreditation compliance, curriculum effectiveness, faculty development, and positive graduate outcomes. The Program Director serves as both an academic leader and educator, preparing students for successful careers in diagnostic medical sonography and medical imaging.

Key Responsibilities

Program Leadership

• Lead and manage all aspects of the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program.
• Ensure compliance with institutional, accreditation, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain program effectiveness through ongoing assessment and continuous improvement activities.
• Develop strategic initiatives to enhance program quality and student outcomes.
• Coordinate program reviews and accreditation preparation activities.
• Collaborate with campus leadership and academic departments.

Curriculum and Instruction

• Develop, evaluate, and update curriculum to meet current industry standards.
• Ensure course content reflects advances in sonography, vascular imaging, and echocardiography.
• Create and maintain syllabi, lesson plans, assessments, and instructional materials.
• Deliver classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction.
• Promote student engagement through innovative teaching methods and hands-on learning experiences.

Student Success

• Mentor and advise students throughout their educational journey.
• Monitor student progress, retention, attendance, and academic performance.
• Provide individualized coaching and academic support.
• Prepare students for certification examinations and employment opportunities.
• Foster professionalism, critical thinking, and clinical competency.

Clinical Education & Employer Partnerships

• Develop and maintain relationships with healthcare facilities and clinical affiliates.
• Oversee clinical placements and externship experiences.
• Collaborate with employers, advisory board members, and healthcare leaders to ensure graduates meet workforce needs.
• Evaluate clinical education effectiveness and student performance.
• Faculty Development
• Support, coach, and mentor faculty members.
• Promote instructional consistency across courses and campuses.
• Coordinate faculty training and professional development activities.
• Participate in faculty meetings, convocation, and institutional committees.

Minimum Qualifications

The Program Director of Diagnostic Medical Sonography oversees the development and monitors the delivery of academic programs and is responsible for ensuring a quality education for students in their programs. The Program Director of Diagnostic Medical Sonography should have the minimum: Master's degree, Four years of experience in the field, Licensed ARDMS.

• Preferred
• Previous teaching or higher education experience.
• Program Director, Clinical Coordinator, Lead Sonographer, or supervisory experience.
• Experience with accreditation, curriculum development, and outcomes assessment.
• Experience managing clinical education programs.
• Ideal Candidate Background

You May Be an Experienced

• Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)
• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS)
• Echocardiography Technologist
• Cardiac Sonographer
• Ultrasound Technologist
• Lead Sonographer
• Clinical Coordinator
• Clinical Instructor
• Sonography Educator
• Allied Health Program Director
• Healthcare Education Leader

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid time off