Northwest Suburban College
Part-Time Program Director/Faculty, Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS)
Northwest Suburban College, Rolling Meadows, Illinois, United States, 60008
Work Schedule: Flexible, approximately 20–25 hours per week (including administrative, teaching, and clinical oversight responsibilities)
Position Summary
Northwest Suburban College is seeking a dedicated and experienced Part-Time Program Director/Faculty member for our Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) program. This unique role combines teaching responsibilities with program administration, providing leadership in curriculum development, faculty oversight, and student success initiatives. The ideal candidate is a credentialed sonographer with a commitment to advancing DMS education and a passion for mentoring students in both classroom and clinical settings.
Key Responsibilities
Program Leadership and Administration
Oversee all aspects of the DMS program, ensuring alignment with accreditation standards, college policies, and industry expectations.
Manage program administration, including scheduling, program budgets, compliance with accreditation requirements, and maintaining updated program records.
Lead curriculum development, updating course content, syllabi, and clinical competencies to reflect current sonography practices and technologies.
Collaborate with the Program Director and the Provost to establish program goals, strategic direction, and growth opportunities.
Faculty and Clinical Site Management
Recruit, hire, and supervise adjunct faculty and clinical instructors, ensuring they deliver quality education and support student learning outcomes.
Conduct regular evaluations of faculty and clinical staff, providing feedback and facilitating professional development opportunities.
Develop and maintain relationships with clinical sites, ensuring placements that offer a high-quality learning experience.
Oversee student clinical rotations, coordinating with clinical site staff to monitor student performance and progress.
Teaching and Student Engagement
Teach selected DMS courses, delivering lectures, lab sessions, and clinical instruction in abdominal, vascular, and OB/GYN sonography.
Evaluate student performance through practical and written assessments, providing feedback to encourage academic and professional growth.
Mentor students, offering guidance on academic performance, career goals, and professional development within the field of sonography.
Compliance and Accreditation
Ensure compliance with all regulatory and accreditation requirements, including preparation for accreditation visits, audits, and documentation.
Maintain the program’s accreditation status, preparing reports, documentation, and program reviews as required by accrediting bodies.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or a related field is required.
Certification: Active ARDMS certification in multiple areas (e.g., Abdominal, OB/GYN, Vascular Sonography).
Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in sonography, with leadership experience in healthcare or academic settings preferred.
Previous teaching or program administration experience in higher education is highly desirable.
Skills:
Strong organizational and administrative skills.
Effective communication and team leadership abilities.
Commitment to student success and academic excellence.
Work Environment
A combination of classroom, clinical, and administrative settings with the possibility of online or hybrid instruction. Requires regular interaction with students, faculty, and clinical site personnel.
Application Process
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a resume, cover letter, and copies of relevant certifications to HR Email @ jshahed@nwsc.edu.
Job Type:
Part-time
Experience:
Sonography: 5 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
In person
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Position Summary
Northwest Suburban College is seeking a dedicated and experienced Part-Time Program Director/Faculty member for our Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) program. This unique role combines teaching responsibilities with program administration, providing leadership in curriculum development, faculty oversight, and student success initiatives. The ideal candidate is a credentialed sonographer with a commitment to advancing DMS education and a passion for mentoring students in both classroom and clinical settings.
Key Responsibilities
Program Leadership and Administration
Oversee all aspects of the DMS program, ensuring alignment with accreditation standards, college policies, and industry expectations.
Manage program administration, including scheduling, program budgets, compliance with accreditation requirements, and maintaining updated program records.
Lead curriculum development, updating course content, syllabi, and clinical competencies to reflect current sonography practices and technologies.
Collaborate with the Program Director and the Provost to establish program goals, strategic direction, and growth opportunities.
Faculty and Clinical Site Management
Recruit, hire, and supervise adjunct faculty and clinical instructors, ensuring they deliver quality education and support student learning outcomes.
Conduct regular evaluations of faculty and clinical staff, providing feedback and facilitating professional development opportunities.
Develop and maintain relationships with clinical sites, ensuring placements that offer a high-quality learning experience.
Oversee student clinical rotations, coordinating with clinical site staff to monitor student performance and progress.
Teaching and Student Engagement
Teach selected DMS courses, delivering lectures, lab sessions, and clinical instruction in abdominal, vascular, and OB/GYN sonography.
Evaluate student performance through practical and written assessments, providing feedback to encourage academic and professional growth.
Mentor students, offering guidance on academic performance, career goals, and professional development within the field of sonography.
Compliance and Accreditation
Ensure compliance with all regulatory and accreditation requirements, including preparation for accreditation visits, audits, and documentation.
Maintain the program’s accreditation status, preparing reports, documentation, and program reviews as required by accrediting bodies.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or a related field is required.
Certification: Active ARDMS certification in multiple areas (e.g., Abdominal, OB/GYN, Vascular Sonography).
Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in sonography, with leadership experience in healthcare or academic settings preferred.
Previous teaching or program administration experience in higher education is highly desirable.
Skills:
Strong organizational and administrative skills.
Effective communication and team leadership abilities.
Commitment to student success and academic excellence.
Work Environment
A combination of classroom, clinical, and administrative settings with the possibility of online or hybrid instruction. Requires regular interaction with students, faculty, and clinical site personnel.
Application Process
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a resume, cover letter, and copies of relevant certifications to HR Email @ jshahed@nwsc.edu.
Job Type:
Part-time
Experience:
Sonography: 5 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
In person
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