Diagnostic Medical Sonography Instructor (DMS)

Pima-Medical-Institute; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) matching

Health insurance

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Pima Medical Institute in Renton seeks a passionate Diagnostic Medical Sonography Instructor to educate and mentor the next generation of healthcare professionals. The role emphasizes weekday schedules with no nights or weekends, offering opportunities to design engaging lessons, supervise labs, and coordinate clinical experiences.

You will guide students through program objectives, monitor performance, and support successful outcomes while maintaining professional standards and patient-centered

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography from an accredited program.
• Three (3) years of hands-on occupational experience as a Sonographer/Ultrasound Technologist.
• Active RDMS credential through ARDMS.
• Active Abdomen (AB) and/or OB/GYN credentials; RVT preferred.
• Active Washington state licensure or equivalent per laws.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and educational tech.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver daily lesson plans and classroom lectures aligned with program objectives.
• Lead lab sessions, demonstrate scanning procedures, provide hands-on assistance, enforce safety protocols.
• Coordinate guest lectures, clinical site visits, and externship coordination as needed.
• Evaluate student performance, adapt teaching methods to diverse learners, maintain office hours for curriculum progression.
• Monitor attendance and performance to support 80%+ student success across courses.
• Collaborate with Student Services to support at‑risk students and intervention efforts.
• Maintain accurate grades, attendance reports, and final grades at course completion.

Skills

Instructional delivery

Lab supervision

Curriculum planning

Student advising

Retention management

Communication

Education

Associate’s degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

3 years sonography experience

RDMS certification

AB/OB-GYN credentials

Washington state licensure

Microsoft Office proficiency

Educational technology proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Diagnostic Medical Sonography Instructor (DMS)

Job Category: Faculty All Others

Requisition Number: DIAGN008124

• Posted : September 18, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

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Description

Diagnostic Medical Sonography Instructor (DMS)

Schedule: 8-5 (Monday – Friday)

Compensation: $51.00 – $54.00 per hour

Position Summary

Your Expertise. Their Future. Pass on your mastery of sonography and mentor the next generation of healthcare professionals at Pima Medical Institute! We are seeking a passionate Diagnostic Medical Sonographer to join our Renton campus faculty.

If you find joy in witnessing a student's \"aha!\" moment and are driven to cultivate skilled, compassionate patient care providers, this role offers the perfect balance of rewarding teaching and predictable weekday schedules—with no nights, weekends, or emergency on-call shifts.

Key Responsibilities

Instructional Delivery & Curriculum Planning:

Dynamic Teaching: Design and deliver engaging daily lesson plans, classroom lectures, and practical demonstrations aligned with program objectives.

Lab Supervision: Lead lab sessions, demonstrate proper scanning procedures, provide hands‑on assistance, and strictly enforce laboratory safety protocols.

Enrichment Activities: Coordinate guest lectures, community service opportunities, and clinical site visits; may assist with student externship coordination.

Student Success & Academic Support:

Academic Advising: Evaluate student performance, adapt teaching methods to diverse learning styles, and maintain office hours to advise students on curriculum progression.

Retention Management: Proactively monitor performance and attendance to maintain an 80%+ student success rate across all courses.

Early Intervention: Collaborate with Student Services and the Associate Director to support at‑risk students (e.g., course averages below 77% or consecutive absences).

Grade & Record Management: Maintain accurate student grades per institutional policies, submit weekly attendance reports, and prepare final grades at course completion.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Associate’s degree from an academic institution accredited by an agency recognized by the USDE or CHEA.

Clinical Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of practical, hands‑on occupational experience as a Sonographer / Ultrasound Technologist.

Required Certification: Active Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) credential through ARDMS.

Concentration Credentials: Active credential in Abdomen (AB) and/or Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN). (Registered Vascular Technologist [RVT] preferred).

Licensure: Active Washington state licensure or certification as required by local, state, or federal laws.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) and educational technology.

Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Compensation & Full Employee-Owner Benefits

Hiring Range: $51.00 to $54.00 per hour.

Ownership: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)—become a stakeholder in our 100% employee‑owned company.

Retirement: 401(k) Plan with employer matching contributions.

Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Health & Wellness Program.

Time Off & Growth: Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, and Tuition Reimbursement.

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