- Location
- ORLANDO, FL
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Healthcare
- Source
- Paylocity
Description
Description
Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) Full-Time Faculty
Benefits
- Tuition Assistance
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401(k) – with Employer Contribution
South College - We are one of the nation’s fastest growing institutions of higher learning … come grow your career with us. In order to fully meet our Mission to our students, we require a diverse combination of perspectives, backgrounds, life experiences, and ideas from our faculty and staff and will provide them with an equitable and inclusive work environment -where respect and open interchange of ideas are at the heart of that culture.
20,000 Students
10 Campuses
Competency Based Education
Online
Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) Full-Time Faculty Description
South College Orlando is seeking a DMS Faculty member to join the team! This position is full-time, on-site in Orlando, FL.
The Full-Time Faculty member in the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction across didactic, laboratory, and clinical education components in accordance with JRC-DMS accreditation standards. This role supports student learning, competency development, and professional readiness through the integration of classroom instruction, hands-on laboratory experiences, and clinical education oversight.
Responsibilities
Didactic (Classroom) Instruction
- Deliver instruction in assigned DMS courses aligned with program learning outcomes and JRC-DMS standard
- Develop, implement, and revise syllabi, lesson plans, assessments, and instructional materials
- Evaluate student academic performance and provide timely, constructive feedback
- Maintain accurate academic records in the learning management system
Laboratory Instruction
- Facilitate hands-on scanning laboratories that reinforce didactic instruction and develop psychomotor skills
- Ensure safe operation, proper maintenance, and effective utilization of ultrasound equipment
- Assess student technical competencies using standardized rubrics and skill check-offs
- Participate in the development and continuous improvement of lab curricula and simulations
Clinical Education and Clinic Visits
- Supervise, monitor, and evaluate students during clinical education experiences
- Conduct clinical site visits in compliance with JRC-DMS requirements
- Serve as a liaison between the program and clinical affiliates
- Support and communicate with clinical instructors regarding student performance, expectations, and remediation
- Ensure clinical documentation, evaluations, and competencies meet accreditation standards
Requirements
Education
- Required: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or a related field (per JRC-DMS standards)
- Preferred: Master’s degree in a related field
Certification
- Current ARDMS certification in Echocardiography and one additional specialty (Abdomen, OB/GYN, or Vascular).
Experience
Required:
- Minimum of two years of full-time clinical experience as a diagnostic medical sonographer
- Eligibility to teach in compliance with JRC-DMS and institutional requirements
Preferred:
- Prior teaching experience in a CAAHEP-accredited DMS program
- Experience with laboratory instruction, clinical supervision, and student assessment
- Familiarity with HESI or other standardized sonography assessments
- Experience with accreditation self-studies and site visit preparation
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong knowledge of sonographic principles, instrumentation, and scanning protocols
- Ability to integrate didactic content with lab and clinical application
- Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to student success, professionalism, and ethical practice
- Ability to work collaboratively within an accredited educational environment
