Polysomnographic Technology - Program Director

Our Mission:

At Concorde Healthcare Career College, we are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our students and the communities we serve. We are on a mission to empower individuals to achieve their healthcare career goals through education, professionalism, and community development. We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Neurodiagnostic and Polysomnographic Technology Program Director to join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of healthcare professionals.

Position Summary:

The Program Director manages faculty and other academic staff and ensures effective leadership of his or her department and students. In addition, the Program Director is responsible for all applicable accreditation commission standards or agency regulations as well as all programmatic outcomes. The Program Director is also required to implement, monitor, and uphold all applicable policies and procedures to ensure  effective functioning of the department. All Concorde associates are required to display professionalism and uphold Concorde’s Mission and the core values of respect for the individual, integrity, teamwork, customer service, and achievement.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Set the example and be the role model for professionalism and conduct for program staff and students
• Ensure academic quality of the instruction provided to the students
• Participate in student, campus, and community activities as required
• Actively participate in the local professional community to raise awareness of Concorde, enhance student opportunity, and build the professional network
• Responsible for recruiting, training, orienting, and supervising faculty members for the department
• Ensure faculty are providing active and engaging learning experiences to students within a respectful environment that is conducive to learning, and focused on student satisfaction and positive results
• Participate in and document ongoing faculty and professional development activities including any Continuing Education Units (CEUs) that may be required for certification or licensure where required by law. This also includes ensuring these activities are occurring and documented for faculty
• Adhere to Concorde policies and accreditor standards
• Ensure the safety of the department meets legal and regulatory guidelines and standards of the program
• Conduct and document regular department staff/faculty meetings
• Ensure faculty files are maintained and complete as per the Academic Dean’s requirements
• Assist with ongoing review and development of program curriculum
• Ensure that all appropriate surveys are conducted timely and reviewed effectively
• Provide regular performance feedback, including formal classroom observations, to all faculty as appropriate and be receptive to coaching from Academic Dean
• Advise, coach and mentor students as appropriate and necessary
• Provide support and supervision to ensure programmatic and institutional completion, licensure and placement outcomes are met
• Ensure compliance with all requirements of programmatic and institutional accreditors including advisory committee meetings, scheduled and unannounced visits, annual reports, self-studies, and response
• Review and ensure accurate and timely course, student, and faculty scheduling
• Assist with and attend graduation as requested
• Teach classes as and when necessary and as permitted by any programmatic accreditor
• Assist with student orientations
• Participate in the budgeting process and supervise procurement to ensure that program needs are met
• Review and assist with implementation of the Satisfactory Academic Progress process, including grade audits and timely completion of student advising
• Perform other duties, as assigned

  SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• All program faculty and staff

Qualifications:

PSG Requirements

• Must have an associate degree or higher in PSG
• Must have three years of clinical experience as a practicing polysomnographic technologist
• Must be a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT)

Join the Mission: At Concorde you're a partner in shaping healthcare's future. Your role goes beyond the classroom and the college, it's about building a thriving community of healthcare professionals who will make a difference.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Concorde Career Colleges is a proud Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, genetic information, national origin, religion or belief, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, immigration status, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status, are encouraged to apply and will receive equal consideration based on merit, qualifications, and business need.

Salary rate range from $75-$85,000 annually based on experience and education.

*Sign-on bonus will be issued in two installments: the first half following 90 days of employment, the second half on the pay period following 180 days of employment, less payroll deductions and all required withholdings.