The clinical coordinator is responsible for managing clinical education, coordinating with clinical affiliates, and ensuring student progression meets accreditation standards. Additionally, the role involves delivering high-quality in-person instruction in sonography labs and providing ongoing student support.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold an associate degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography and possess at least two years of clinical experience as a credentialed sonographer. Required certifications include RDMS (Abdomen and OB/GYN), with a preference for RVT certification.
Concordia University- Denver campus is seeking an experienced Sonographer to serve as Clinical Coordinator and Lab Instructor. Position Overview: There are currently full-time, part-time, and hyrbid options available. The clinical coordinator is responsible for coordinating clinical education with didactic education as assigned by the program Director. Clinical education effectiveness must be evaluated and ensured through a schedule of regular check-ins with the clinical affiliate. The clinical coordinator is responsible for advising program students and must follow program and university policies and procedures. The clinical coordinator must have documented experience in supervision, instruction, evaluation, student guidance, and educational theories and techniques as well as maintain current knowledge of the professional discipline and educational methodologies through continuing professional development. Faculty at Concordia University, St. Paul work as members of an academic team of full- and part-time colleagues to consistently deliver high-quality instruction to students. Faculty are expected to demonstrate innovation and excellence in course instruction, foster an atmosphere of active intellectual and creative engagement with students in and out of the classroom, and support the Christian mission of the university. With students at the center of the university’s mission, delivering a high-quality student experience is a top priority of the Concordia learning community. Course Description: There are currently full-time, part-time, and hyrbid options available. Faculty would teach in-person labs in the content areas of Abdomen, ObGyn, and Vascular Class Dates/Times: TBD Pre-Written Course: Yes Modality: Face to Face # of Credits: TBD, position could turn into a full-time position in time Total Compensation: $800 per credit Teaching up to 12 cr per semester at $800 per credit, totaling up to $9,600 per semester. The total compensation will vary based on the number of courses offered for the position. Program/College: College of Health Science and Kinesiology Duties/Responsibilities: These are typical duties and other duties will be expected as assigned. Clinical Duties:
Arrange assignment of students with clinical sites.
Coordinate new student orientation to all clinical affiliates.
Maintain accurate attendance records for students.
Confer with clinical instructors and staff sonographers throughout the semester regarding progression and evaluation of students and discuss clinical matters and problems (email, phone, Zoom, and site visits when warranted).
Maintain clinical records through the online clinical management system.
Review student clinical exam logs to ensure JRC-DMS accreditation standards are met.
Faculty
Duties:
Facilitate quality student learning through teaching assigned courses.
Increase course engagement by providing a positive presence and engaging students through course activities and ongoing availability to provide student support.
Provide substantive and timely feedback on course assessments, following academic unit and university guidelines, within the Learning Management System, typically within five business days of the assessments’ due dates.
Respond to student inquiries typically within 24 hours during business days unless otherwise specified at the college level (48 hours on weekends, with closer monitoring if assignments are due during the weekend or on Monday).
Work collaboratively in a supportive academic environment, partnering with academic advising, career development, and the academic team to ensure each student has the resources they need to succeed.
Follow the university and academic unit’s policies and procedures.
Assist in curriculum development and revision.
Assign final grades for clinical and didactic courses each semester.
Attend program faculty meetings and advisory committee meetings regularly to discuss goals and direction.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education Required: Associate's degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Education Preferred: Preference in order: Bachelor's degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, or Bachelor's degree (any discipline).
Experience Required: The clinical coordinator must have a minimum of two years clinical experience as a credentialed sonographer in the professional sonography field. Must have documented experience in supervision, instruction, evaluation, student guidance, and educational theories and techniques.
Additional Certifications/Licensures: Required: Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDMS), Abdomen (AB), Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN). Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) is also preferred.
Supplemental Information
It is the policy of CSP to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. The University will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, gender, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
However, CSP is an institution of the LCMS and, to the extent allowed by law, CSP reserves the right to give preference in employment based on religious tenets.
The mission of Concordia University, St Paul, a university of The Lutheran Church- Missouri Synod, is to prepare students for thoughtful and informed living, for dedicated service to God and humanity, and for enlightened care of God's creation, all within the context of the Christian gospel. This mission is rooted in academic excellence and Christian vocation. The vision of Concordia University, Saint Paul, is to be acknowledged as the leading Lutheran university offering exceptional opportunities for students from all backgrounds who seek relevant career preparation and a challenging academic experience coupled with the insights of Lutheran theology.
Promise to Students – Concordia University, Saint Paul, empowers you to discover and engage your purpose for life, career and service, in a dynamic, multicultural, urban environment, where Christ is honored, all are welcome, and Lutheran convictions inform intellectual inquiry and academic pursuits.
Concordia University owns a 41-acre campus just West of Downtown St.
Paul with easy access to light-rail and bus transportation.
Only blocks away from popular Summit and Grand Avenues, restaurants, shopping, and cultural activities abound.
Concordia is known to have one of the most racially and ethnically diverse university student bodies in the state of Minnesota.
CSP prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at https://www.csp.edu/student-life/title-ix/
Feel free to contact Cassidy Leininger - cleininger@csp.edu, with any questions
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