Imaging Lab Director for Cardiac Vascular Sonography

Company: JobLookUp - US
Location: Phoenix
Posted on: May 12, 2025

Job Description:

JOB TITLE: Lab Director for Imaging-CVS

Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity.

STATUS: Full-Time

TYPE: On Campus/Hybrid

REPORTS TO: Director of Education (DOE) & Program Director

PURPOSE:

The Lab Director is responsible for the overall operation and administration of the clinical laboratory experience in the Cardiovascular Sonography to simulate the clinical lab environment. Oversight includes laboratory faculty and personnel, equipment, supplies, safety, laboratory policies, quality assurance, curriculum, and testing.

The Lab Director is required to meet with faculty, staff, students, and the Externship Department on a regular basis to ensure the Laboratory Program is both educationally and administratively sound and prepares students for the entry-level clinical externship environment. The Lab Director is accountable for the quality of education, curriculum, and student outcomes, including graduation, employment, and registry passage rates.

EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS / COMPETENCIES:

Associate's Degree or higher required; willingness to pursue a Bachelor's Degree if not already obtained
Registered as ARDMS or CCI
4 years of clinical experience in the respective field
Must motivate instructors to provide a quality education
Demonstrate strong leadership and motivation skills
Possess strong oral and written communication skills
Meet all applicable regulatory requirements (ACCSC and state regulatory body).
Must be registered with an applicable registry.

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work with the DOE and Program Directors to develop high quality laboratory faculty and ensure that there are sufficient faculty with adequate experience and training; hire and develop qualified, competent, and engaged instructors; ensure faculty are consistently meeting their responsibilities.
Give input and collaborate with the Program Directors in conducting at minimum quarterly laboratory faculty evaluations; create a plan to mentor, coach and train any deficiencies.
Working alongside the DOE and Program Directors to maintain and implement a curriculum that is current, robust, and adapts to new developments in the field.
Make programmatic recommendations to the DOE and Program Directors based on Clinical, Education, Student feedback, and student outcomes.
Ensure laboratory equipment is sufficient and appropriate to adequately prepare students for the clinical environment.
Coordinate meetings and training for Laboratory Faculty. Audit instructor's classes and provide them with updates/insights to ensure quality.
In collaboration with Program Directors, ensure laboratory curriculum correlates with the academic content being delivered in the lecture portion of the program.
Assists DOE and Program Directors in the development of laboratory class schedules and laboratory instructor scheduling.
Assume the responsibilities of the laboratory instructors if there is an absence where qualified or coordinate coverage in collaboration with the Program Directors.
Possess a thorough knowledge and understanding of all school policies and participate in their implementation and enforcement.
Coordinate with the Sr. Externship Advisor to visit clinical sites on a quarterly basis to ensure the students are well prepared for entry level clinical externship environment.
Maintain an attitude of enthusiasm and willingness to cooperate with others.
Treat students with fairness, respect, impartiality, and objectivity.
Regularly participate in professional growth activities and provide documentation of these activities as it relates to the being a faculty member.
Ensure compliance with all regulatory bodies.
The Lab Director is expected to teach 10-20 hours per week at a minimum.
Review Student progress to ensure they will advance into the externship courses prepared to perform at the appropriate level of ability.
Visit clinical sites and monitor student progress to ensure that the clinical environment is current with industry standards and practices.
Advise students with academic or professional conduct issues.
Ensure program attains appropriate graduation, registry passage, and employment benchmarks.
Coordinate and explore ideas for Continuing Medical Activities

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be able to stand and/or sit for prolonged periods of time
Can independently move objects up to 25 lbs.
Sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, other office machinery, and perform repetitive motions
Must have sufficient hearing and speaking ability to communicate in person or on the phone/computer with others

CULTURE OF CARE:

Culture of Care is our commitment to create a supportive environment in which every student can achieve their educational and career goals. Culture of Care encourages one-on-one relationships. Creating a culture that focuses on the student and their wellness. This includes understanding the student's complex lives. It is about creating a school where everyone feels welcomed by:

Creating a sense of community in all interactions and communications with students
Identifying problem areas and offering assistance
Opening up safe conversations for cooperative solutions
Holding students to standards and goals that will ultimately make them successful in their careers

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