Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (DMS) - Clinical Director

Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) Clinical Director (Full-Time)

Location: Tucson, AZ (Tucson Campus) | On-Site

Type: Full-Time | Salaried Exempt

Department: Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Compensation: $85,000 – $97,935 per year

Position Summary

Shape the future of sonography education at Pima Medical Institute! We are seeking an experienced Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) to serve as Clinical Director for our Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) program at our Tucson campus.

In this high-impact academic leadership role, you will bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world clinical practice. You will pioneer new clinical partnerships across local medical facilities, manage student clinical placements, instruct core curriculum, and mentor the next generation of skilled sonographers in a collaborative, 100% employee-owned environment.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Site Coordination & Development:

• Site Expansion: Identify, secure, and evaluate new clinical education sites and contractual agreements with regional healthcare partners.

• On-Site Supervision: Conduct student clinical orientations, visit clinical affiliates regularly to assess student progress, and collaborate with site preceptors to ensure educational quality.

• Clinical Planning: Develop clinical learning objectives, establish student site assignment schedules, and coordinate practical competency evaluations.

Teaching & Instruction:

• Didactic & Lab Facilitation: Prepare lesson plans, instruct courses in DMS methods and techniques, and serve as a core classroom or lab instructor.

• Competency Tracking: Monitor student clinical logs, radiation exposure records, and practical skill evaluations.

Program Leadership & Administrative Compliance:

• Curriculum Alignment: Coordinate clinical and didactic education plans, recommending curriculum enhancements to the Program Director.

• Student Retention: Track student academic progress and implement academic support plans to maintain an 80%+ student retention rate.

• Grade Management: Maintain accurate student academic records and prepare final semester grades according to institutional policies.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an academic institution accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency recognized by the USDE or CHEA.

• Required Credentials: Active Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) credential in good standing through ARDMS.

• Vascular Credential: Must hold an active Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) credential (Required).

• Clinical Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of full-time professional experience as a Sonographer.

• Teaching Competency: Demonstrated proficiency in instructional methodologies, student supervision, and learning assessment.

• Licensure: Active state licensure or credentials as required by local, state, or federal laws.

• Technical & Soft Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Abdomen (AB) specialty registry through ARDMS is a strong plus.

Compensation & Employee-Owner Benefits

• Salary Range: $85,000 to $97,935 per year (Salaried Exempt).

• Ownership: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)—become a direct stakeholder in our 100% employee-owned company.

• Retirement: 401(k) Plan with employer matching contributions.

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical (PPO & 2 HDHP with HSA options), Dental, and Vision coverage, plus a Health & Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Income Protection: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and company-paid Basic Life Insurance.

• Time Off & Growth: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Company Holidays, and Tuition Reimbursement.