Radiography Program Director Job Listing at Pima Medical Institute in Chula Vista, CA (Job ID 7EAA872F-EEAC-4693-B3D6-5EEDE72EB194)

Description

Direct the educational activities of the Radiography program and develop and manage the approved curriculum and design teaching schedule.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Supervise the activities of the radiography staff.  Prepare teaching assignments.

• Determine, establish and implement radiography department goals.

• Review student success rates by class and implement plan to reduce student withdrawals.  Meet with students to encourage them to stay in the program.  Maintain an 80% student success rate for all classes taught in the program.

• Monitor the department budget and expenditures.  Make appropriate corrections and changes to maintain a profitable program.

• Coordinate and arrange for educational workshops and in-services for didactic and clinical faculty.  Prepare didactic instruction to include course objectives.

• Maintain student grades in accordance with established policies.  Prepare final grades at the end of each semester to update student records and transcripts.

• Evaluate the performance of students regarding course objectives and makes necessary provisions to meet learning needs.

• Secure new clinical sites and agreements.

• Visit clinical sites to review and evaluate students' clinical performance and progress.  Coordinate with site instructors to ensure clinical education is effective.

• Develop and maintain a functional curriculum according to approved design.  Evaluate course content and review new texts.  Collaborate with administration in the design and implementation of the radiography program.

• Maintain all ARRT records and prepare annual reports.  Prepare self-study for accreditation.

• Perform functions of a Radiography instructor.

The list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented.

• Master's degree from an institution accredited by a regional or national accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
• Graduation from an accredited Radiologic Technology program recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
• Two (2) years of documented experience as an instructor in a JRCERT accredited Radiography program.
• Three (3) years full time clinical experience in medical imaging.
• Must hold current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration in Radiologic Sciences, or equivalent (i.e., unrestricted state license for the state in which the program is located).
• Current license, certification or other credential as required by local, state and/or federal laws to work in the Radiologic Technology field.
• Proficient in curriculum design, program administration, evaluation, instruction, and academic advising.
• Possess the academic and professional qualifications for their teaching assignment.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of Word, Excel, Power Point and other computer skills.