Clinical Coordinator and Practitioner Educator, Surgical Technology at Saint Joseph's University in Lancaster

Job description

Position Title: Clinical Coordinator and Practitioner Educator, Surgical Technology Time Type: Part time Position Summary and Qualifications: The Clinical Coordinator of the Surgical Technology (SUR) Program provides effective leadership in developing, conducting, and ongoing assessment of the clinical education program. This includes but is not limited to review, revision, and implementation of curriculum, student recruitment and progression, simulation integration, and management of the program’s clinical activities. The Clinical Coordinator works closely with the Surgical Technology Program Director and the Executive Director of Allied Health Program in the School of Nursing and Allied Health (SNAH). This is a 9-month part time position with both clinical and teaching responsibilities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities : (ability to perform with or without reasonable accommodations) Providing instruction, evaluation of students, documentation of progress, and periodic review of course content. Assist in student laboratory exercises offered at SJU – Lancaster. Visit students at assigned clinical sites on a frequency defined by the program director. Promotes and contributes to enhance the University’s high performing learner-centered environment. Facilitates didactic, laboratory, and/or clinical instruction, using strategies that stimulate interest and maximizes student learning. Incorporates current theories, research, and practice into the design of instruction, including plans for development and revision of curriculum. Supervises and assesses student learning to achieve outcomes at the course and/or program level. Contributes to the development, implementation, and evaluation of courses, programs, and College strategies. Demonstrates a commitment to scholarship through professional development that enhances teaching, learning and administrative capabilities. Demonstrates service to the SNAH, the University, profession, and /or community. Participates in faculty and leadership meetings within the SNAH. Demonstrates a commitment to scholarship through participation in professional development that enhances teaching and learning. Assists in the daily operations of the program as instructed by the Program Director and/or the Director of Allied Health Programs. Models professional values in support of the mission, vision, educational outcomes, and strategic direction of the University. Performs other duties that may be in the best interest of the SNAH and University as requested by academic leadership. In addition to the job duties listed above, the Clinical Coordinator is responsible for the following: Responsible for the daily operations of clinical education including program administration, organization, and supervision of students to optimize program effectiveness. Facilitates frequent and consistent contact with students, clinical faculty, and clinical affiliates in all program locations. Coordinates clinical assignments and experiences at the clinical affiliates. Monitors student compliance with site requirements. Contacts and evaluates clinical sites for suitability as a required or elective rotation experience and works with site representatives to identify suitable preceptors to supervise students. Ensures orientation to the program’s requirements of the personnel who supervise or instruct students at clinical sites. Ensures appropriate supervision/assessment of students is available at all clinical sites. Organizes and develops clinical curriculum needed for the development of evolving practice skills. Assesses the overall effectiveness of the clinical training for all students. Works with the Program Director to ensure that student clinical experiences are coordinated with didactic and laboratory education. Manages student issues according to program specific, SNAH and University policies. Collaborates with the Program Director and Strategic Enrollment Management in student recruitment, retention, and marketing