Working under the direction of the Surgical Technology Program Director, The Clinical Coordinator is responsible for organization, administration, continuous review, planning, development, and general effectiveness of clinical experiences for students enrolled in the surgical technology program. The Clinical Coordinator is the liaison between the clinical facilities and the program and is responsible for student placement at practicum sites, maintaining affiliation agreements, and monitoring the quality of clinical sites and students’ performance.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Coordinate student clinical experiences with clinical agencies.
2. Maintain currency of all contractual clinical affiliation agreements.
3. Verify student clinical clearance records with allied health administrators and clinical personnel.
4. Coordinate evaluation of clinical sites each semester.
5. Discuss clinical issues to the Program Director in a timely manner.
6. Collaborate with clinical site coordinators and Program Director to ensure clinical practicum standards, policies, and procedures are implemented and maintained.
7. Disseminate a status report of student practicum placements every semester. Update as needed based on changes in practicum assignments.
8. Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills & Qualifications:
● Ability to build relationships and act as a catalyst to achieve end-of-program student learning outcomes and program outcomes.
● Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
● Excellent verbal, written, organization and delegation skills
● Proven ability to engage, assist, and motivate students.
● Computer literate.
● Ability to work well as part of a team.
Qualifications:
● MUST HAVE CST CERTIFICATION AND Possess a credential in the field of Surgical Technology through a national certification program that is accredited by the National Commission on Certifying Agencies (NCCA)
● Have a minimum total of five years of experience, either in the operating room scrub role or as an instructor in Surgical Technology, or a combination of both, within the past six years.
● At least one year of experience in an administrative role within an academic setting (Preferred).
● Strong organizational and time management skills
● Demonstrate an understanding of standard clinical procedures, laws and regulations
This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package. If you are passionate about providing quality patient care and have the necessary experience, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience.
Learn more about Plaza College and our degree offerings at www.plazacollege.edu. Plaza College is accredited by MSCHE and is an EEOC employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Forest Hills, NY 11375: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
