"Director of Medical Imaging"

Director of Medical Imaging

Company: Pikes Peak State College

Job Location: Colorado Springs

Category: Diagnostic Imaging and Radiography

Type: Full-Time

This is a NON-CLASSIFIED employment opportunity.

The Director of Medical Imaging is responsible for the leadership and oversight of all medical imaging programs at Pikes Peak State College. This includes the Radiologic Technology program, the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program, and the development of any future programs in the medical imaging discipline.

The Director ensures program compliance with the national certification bodies, curriculum standards, institutional policies, and workforce needs. The role also encompasses instructional quality, faculty oversight, clinical coordination, budget and resource management, and ongoing program improvement.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completed Associate degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
• Current registered ARDMS or ARRT.
• Documented two years of full-time work experience in medical sonography.
• Demonstrated skills working in a diverse population.
• Documented education or experience in program curriculum design, student learning/performance or program planning.
• Ability to communicate clearly with diverse groups to include administration, stakeholders, employees and students.

Professional level experience is defined by the Colorado Division of Human Resources: A position that involves the exercise of discretion, analytical skill, judgment, personal accountability, and responsibility for creating, developing, integrating, applying, or sharing an organized body of knowledge. Colorado revised statute (C.R.S. 24-50-135(1) allows colleges to exempt positions from the State Personnel Classified System that are determined to be professional level work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completed Bachelor’s degree in education, healthcare, or related field from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Documented four years of full-time work experience in medical sonography.
• Experience teaching in medical imaging programs in a postsecondary setting.
• Demonstrated success increasing diversity of students/employees and implementing diversity initiatives.
• Background in building interdisciplinary simulations or shared learning environments.
• Budgeting, purchasing, and grant management experience in academic or clinical settings.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated success in launching or expanding medical imaging or allied health programs.

Essential Functions

• Serve as Director for the Medical Imaging program in accordance with ARDMS and ARRT requirements and aligns with ARDMS test prep and testing guidelines, including certification readiness.
• Provide leadership for the development and oversight of all medical imaging programs, including future offerings.
• Manage curriculum development, academic planning, and program assessment in line with industry standards.
• Lead continuous quality improvement efforts for all programs using data-informed processes.
• Supervise and evaluate program faculty and staff; promote inclusive, high-impact instructional practices.
• Coordinate student clinical education in cooperation with Director of Health Sciences Clinical Coordinator.
• Cultivate and maintain strong community, hospital, and clinical partnerships to support student placement and job pipelines.
• Lead program reporting for institutional effectiveness, grant accountability, and program review.
• Manage program budgets, instructional resources, and equipment procurement.
• Attend scheduled department, division, or college meetings.
• May be offered to serve as substitute instructors within the program to cover short-term absences of colleagues.
• Maintains a work schedule as agreed upon by the supervisor and in concert with the state and instructor workload policy.
• Assist with adequate preparation of the course material for all assigned courses.
• Supervises and enforces appropriate safety procedures.

General Duties, Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Set program goals and strategic initiatives aligned with accreditation requirements, college mission, and healthcare workforce needs.
• Serve as the primary contact for ARDMS and ARRT correspondence, compliance, and reporting.
• Engage with advisory boards to inform and guide program growth and updates.
• Monitor certification and workforce trends across medical imaging.
• Participate in grant writing and implementation to support and expand programs.
• Support recruitment, student advising, and retention initiatives.
• Represent medical imaging programs at institutional meetings, public events, and statewide collaborations.
• Strong understanding of medical imaging education, including classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction.
• Working knowledge of ARDMS and ARRT standards for Medical Imaging programs.
• Familiarity with ARDMS testing requirements and certification processes.
• Ability to design, assess, and revise health science curricula based on regulatory standards and workforce needs.
• Skill in mentorship, supervision, and performance evaluation.
• Effective leadership, planning, and organizational skills across multiple program areas.
• Commitment to equity and inclusive practices in health education.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage program budgets and ensure proper resource allocation.

As part of the State of Colorado, PPSC offers a competitive benefits package including PERA retirement benefits, medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, accrued annual and sick leave, and some positions may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.