Clinical Education Coordinator, Medical Sonography

Forsyth Technical Comunity Clg; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Forsyth Technical Community College in Winston-Salem, NC, seeks a Clinical Education Coordinator for its Medical Sonography program. The role plans, coordinates, and evaluates clinical education activities, aligning with coursework, accreditation standards, and student development.

Responsibilities include coordinating clinical placements across DB, OBGYN, and Vascular tracks; providing instruction and feedback; tracking hours and outcomes; collaborating with faculty to integrate clinical and

Qualifications

• Associates degree or higher in Diagnostic Medical Sonography from a U.S. Department of Education accredited institution.
• Minimum two years full‑time clinical experience as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer.
• Minimum two years experience as a clinical instructor, preceptor, or faculty educator.
• Current ARDMS credentials in Abdomen and OB/GYN.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinical placements across specialty tracks (DB, OBGYN, Vascular) to ensure comprehensive student experience.
• Provide clinical instruction, evaluation, and feedback to guide student competency and readiness.
• Monitor student progression, clinical hours, evaluations, and remediation plans.
• Collaborate with faculty to integrate clinical and classroom instruction and to review and revise curriculum.
• Maintain accurate student records, clinical documentation, site agreements, and accreditation files.
• Assist with program review, accreditation documentation, and strategic planning.
• Recruit, orient, mentor, and evaluate clinical instructors and preceptors.

Skills

Clinical instruction

Student mentorship

Documentation/compliance

Education

Associates degree or higher in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

Clinical Education Coordinator, Medical Sonography

The Clinical Education Coordinator is responsible for the planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of clinical education activities in the Medical Sonography Program, ensuring alignment with didactic coursework, accreditation requirements, and student development.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinical placements across specialty tracks (DB, OBGYN, Vascular) to ensure comprehensive student experience.
• Provide clinical instruction, evaluation, and feedback to guide student competency and readiness.
• Monitor student progression, clinical hours, evaluations, and remediation plans.
• Collaborate with faculty to integrate clinical and classroom instruction and to review and revise curriculum.
• Maintain accurate student records, clinical documentation, site agreements, and accreditation files.
• Assist with program review, accreditation documentation, and strategic planning.
• Recruit, orient, mentor, and evaluate clinical instructors and preceptors.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associates degree or higher in Diagnostic Medical Sonography from a U.S. Department of Education accredited institution.
• Minimum two years full‑time clinical experience as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer.
• Minimum two years experience as a clinical instructor, preceptor, or faculty educator.
• Current ARDMS credentials in Abdomen and OB/GYN.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• ARDMS credentials in Vascular.
• Experience in educational program administration, leadership, and clinical processes.
• Demonstrated success in student mentorship, conflict resolution, and professional coaching.

Teaching and Learning

• Assume teaching assignments per Program Coordinator or Department Chair as approved by the dean.
• Adhere to departmental course guidelines and maintain competency coverage.
• Maintain all required college records including attendance and grade reports.
• Develop, coordinate, and oversee clinical placements across ADB, OBGYN, and Vascular tracks.
• Provide instruction, evaluation, and performance feedback to students.
• Collaborate with program faculty to integrate clinical and classroom instruction.
• Participate in curriculum review and revision to align with evolving practice and accreditation.
• Maintain accurate student records, clinical documentation, site agreements, and accreditation files.
• Facilitate inclusive instructional activities that maximize student outcomes.
• Communicate with clarity, compassion, and professionalism.

Continuous Development

• Maintain current licensure, certification, or other professional credentials.
• Ensure clinical sites comply with accreditation standards and aid in documentation and audits.
• Assist with program review, advisory board reporting, accreditation documentation, and strategic planning.
• Participate in budgeting for clinical materials, equipment, and resources.
• Assist in accreditation and assessment processes, including Self‑Study, Site Visits, and annual reports required by JRCDMS.
• Seek opportunities for growth of curriculum, program partnerships, and interdepartmental development.

Physical Demands

• Regularly operate computers, phones, and electronic equipment.
• Frequently communicate and exchange accurate information.
• Move around office/campus to attend meetings, classes, and access files, machinery, or job tools.
• Lift and move equipment, tools, or paperwork up to 25 pounds.
• Reach, stoop, kneel, or crouch to adjust or collect equipment and supplies.
• Have close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Accept occasional low to moderate noise levels and exposure to toxic or caustic materials.

Supplemental Questions

• Do you have an associate's degree or higher in Diagnostic Medical Sonography?
• Do you have a minimum of two (2) years full‑time clinical experience as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer?
• Do you have a minimum of two (2) years of experience as a clinical instructor, preceptor, or faculty educator?
• Do you currently hold an active ARDMS Abdomen and OB/GYN credential?