Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Director/Instructor

Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Director/Instructor

Southwest Wisconsin Technical College

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ID: 97113

Posted On 10/23/2026

Job Overview

WHO WE ARE

At Southwest Wisconsin Technical College, you'll find more than a job. You'll find a team of passionate professionals who

are committed to changing lives through education. As a recent recipient of the Aspen Prize for Community College

Excellence, the nation's highest recognition for community colleges, Southwest Tech is known for exceptional student

outcomes, innovation, and a culture that puts people first. Here, you'll work alongside supportive colleagues who

collaborate, share ideas, celebrate successes, and continually strive to improve. Whether you're serving students directly

or supporting our mission behind the scenes, your contributions matter and make a lasting impact on our communities.

Guided by our values of Integrity, Accountability, Learning, Innovation, Partnerships, and Continuous Improvement, we

empower employees to grow professionally, contribute meaningfully, and be part of something bigger than themselves. If

you're looking for meaningful work, supportive colleagues, and the opportunity to make an impact on students and

communities throughout Southwest Wisconsin, this is where you belong.

SUMMARY

Southwest Wisconsin Technical College seeks an experienced and student-centered Diagnostic Medical Sonography

(DMS) Program Director/Instructor to provide leadership for the Associate of Applied Science Diagnostic Medical

Sonography program. The successful candidate will lead the development, implementation, continuous improvement, and

accreditation management of a CAAHEP-accredited (or accreditation-seeking) DMS program and serve as a primary

instructor within the curriculum.

This position combines academic leadership, instructional excellence, student success advocacy, accreditation oversight,

clinical partnership management, faculty collaboration, and workforce engagement. The Program Director will ensure that

the program attains initial programmatic accreditation and remains compliant with requirements of the Commission on

Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), upon recommendation of the Joint Review Committee on

Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JRC-DMS).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

Program Leadership and Administration

• Direct academic, operational, and accreditation activities of the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program.

• Lead program planning, implementation, evaluation, and continuous quality improvement efforts.

• Develop and maintain policies, procedures, program outcomes, and assessment plans.

• Coordinate advisory committee activities and maintain strong relationships with healthcare partners.

• Prepare annual reports and accreditation documentation.

• Monitor program effectiveness including retention, completion, credentialing exam success, employer satisfaction, and graduate placement metrics.

Accreditation and Regulatory Compliance

• Maintain compliance with CAAHEP Standards and JRC-DMS requirements.

• Lead accreditation self-studies, site visit preparation, annual reporting, outcomes assessment, and continuous improvement activities.

• Ensure curriculum and clinical education experiences align with the program's approved accreditation concentration(s).

• Maintain appropriate documentation supporting faculty qualifications, clinical affiliate qualifications, student outcomes, and program resources.

Instruction

• Teach didactic, laboratory, and clinical courses in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.

• Utilize evidence-based instructional practices and educational technology.

• Evaluate student performance and provide timely feedback.

• Maintain currency in sonography practice, instructional methods, and professional standards.

• Participate in curriculum development and assessment activities.

Clinical Education Oversight

• Collaborate with the Clinical Coordinator and clinical affiliates to ensure high-quality clinical learning experiences.

• Develop and maintain clinical agreements.

• Conduct clinical site visits and evaluations.

• Ensure students achieve required competencies within the approved specialty concentrations.

Student Success

• Advise and mentor students throughout admission, progression, clinical education, and graduation.

• Support recruitment, retention, and career placement initiatives.

• Promote a culture of professionalism, patient-centered care, and ethical practice.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor's degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution, masters preferred

Professional Credentials

• Must hold current credentials through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or

another nationally recognized sonography credentialing body recognized within the profession.

• Applicant must possess academic preparation, professional credentials, clinical expertise, instructional experience, and administrative abilities sufficient to meet the qualifications of a Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Director as defined by current CAAHEP/JRC-DMS Standards and Guidelines.

ARDMS credentials:

• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)

• Abdomen (AB) specialty credential

• Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) specialty credential

Clinical/Occupational Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years of full-time professional clinical experience as a diagnostic medical sonographer.

• Experience performing abdominal and obstetrical/gynecologic sonography examinations.

Teaching and Leadership Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in instruction, staff education, clinical education, supervision, management,

or educational administration.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience serving as a Program Director, Clinical Coordinator, Lead Sonographer, Clinical Manager, or Faculty Member in a sonography educational program.

• Experience with CAAHEP accreditation processes and JRC-DMS self-study preparation.

• Additional sonography credentials such as:

o RVT (Registered Vascular Technologist)

o RDCS (Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer)

o RMSKS (Registered Musculoskeletal Sonographer)

• Experience in competency-based education, learning management systems, and simulation-based instruction.

• Experience building clinical partnerships in rural or community healthcare environments.

KNOWLEDGE

Demonstrated knowledge of:

• Sonographic physics and instrumentation.

• Abdominal sonography.

• Obstetrical and gynecologic sonography.

• Clinical competency assessment.

• Curriculum development and outcomes assessment.

• Accreditation standards and quality assurance.

• Healthcare regulations, ethics, and patient safety.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS STATEMENT

Southwest Tech is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. While certain job roles may require

physical capabilities, we welcome applicants of all abilities and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations

throughout the hiring process and in the workplace.

APPLICATIONS

Internal and External applicants complete and submit the online employment application at www.swtc.edu/jobs

For questions regarding the application process, or if you need an accommodation, please email Human Resources at

[email protected] or 608.822.2314. (TDD: 608.822.2072)

SALARY RANGES

Bachelor’s (BS) Equivalency $51,221 - $81,444

Advanced (AS) Equivalency $53,878 - $85,666

Master's (MS) Equivalency $56,533 - $89,888

BENEFITS/SERVICES

Our comprehensive benefit package includes the following and much more:

• Health Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Long-Term Disability

• Health Savings Account

• Health Club Access

• College Savings Program

• Wisconsin Retirement System Pension Plan

• Optional tax-advantaged 457 and 403b retirement savings plans

• On-campus day care (hourly rate charged)

• Additional Voluntary Benefits

• Paid Time Off

SELECTION PROCESS

The Review Committee will screen applicants and contact them for an interview. Meeting the minimum qualifications does

not assure the candidate an interview. Final candidate’s employment offer may be subject to completion of a criminal

background check and pre-employment drug screening.

Southwest Tech does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and

activities. The Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Officer has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non

discrimination policies. Call 800-362-3322, Ext. 2315 (TDD: 608-822-2072) or write Southwest Tech, 1800 Bronson Blvd.,

Fennimore, WI 53809.

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Job Details

Categories

Education

Health Care

Location

Fennimore, WI

Job Type

Employee

Full/Part

Full Time

Pay/Salary

$51,221 - $89,888

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

PTO (Paid Time Off)

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

Education

Bachelors

Experience

2-5 Years

Company ID

1252

Job REQ #

# Positions

1

Start Date

20261023

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