Director of Clinical Education- DMS

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Full Time Faculty Miami, FL, US

3 days ago Requisition

Major Responsibilities: The Clinical Coordinator for the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Technology (DMST) program, is fundamental in ensuring that our clinical education component meets the high standards set by programmatic accrediting bodies such as the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JRC-DMS) and the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). These standards guarantee that our students receive comprehensive, high-quality clinical training that prepares them for successful careers as an entry level Sonographer.

Key Responsibilities:

• Communication Management: Respond promptly to daily communications via email and voicemail, addressing inquiries promptly and professionally.
• Policy Adherence and Ethical Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to the University's mission, policies, procedures, ethical standards, compliance with data protection regulations and pertinent legal regulations in all aspects of admission activities.
• University Engagement: Participate in Commencement Exercises, new student orientation, university events, committees, self-studies, and University Commencement Ceremonies.
• Special Projects: Execute special projects assigned by the President or supervisor.
• Compliance Adherence: Ensure compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, as well as FNU Policies, Procedures, Rules, and Regulation, the FNU Code of Ethics, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), Florida Information Protection Act of 2014 (FIPA), the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and all other applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations.
• Assigned Duties: Undertake other assigned duties as required.

Responsibilities and Duties: The Clinical Coordinator is responsible for the organization, administration, and continuous review of the clinical education component of the DMST program.

Key responsibilities include:

• Clinical Site Management:
  • Selection and Evaluation: Identifying and evaluating clinical sites to ensure they meet JRC-DMS and CAAHEP standards. This includes assessing the availability of necessary equipment, the variety of sonographic procedures performed, and the qualifications of clinical instructors.
  • Affiliation Agreements: Establishing and maintaining formal agreements with clinical sites to outline the responsibilities and expectations of both the educational institution and the clinical site
• Student Placement and Supervision:
  • Placement Coordination: Coordinating the placement of students at clinical sites, ensuring that each student has access to a various range of clinical practices
  • Supervision and Mentorship: Guaranteeing that students are supervised by credentialed sonographers who can provide guidance, mentorship, and constructive criticism
• Clinical Curriculum Development: Collaborating with faculty to incorporate clinical experiences with the didactic curriculum, ensuring that students can apply theoretical knowledge in practical locations
• Competency Assessment: Developing and implementing assessment tools to evaluate student competencies in various sonographic procedures. This includes using standardized evaluation forms to track progress and identify areas for improvement

Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement: Maintaining the quality of the clinical education component is an ongoing process that involves:

• Regular Site Visits:
  • Conduct consistent visits to clinical sites to monitor compliance with accreditation standards and to address any issues that may arise.
  • Gathering feedback from students and clinical instructors to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
• Student and Site Evaluations:
  • Implementing a system for regular evaluation of both students and clinical sites. This includes collecting and analyzing data on student performance and site effectiveness
  • Using evaluation results to make informed decisions about site selection, curriculum adjustments, and student support strategies.
• Professional Development:
  • Providing ongoing professional development opportunities for clinical instructors to ensure they remain current with industry standards and best practices
  • Motivating clinical instructors to pursue additional certifications and training to enhance their…