Clinical Coordinator, Physician Assistant Studies

SOUTHERN NAZARENE UNIVERSITY•Bethany, OK

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Coordinator supports the Director of Clinical Education, Program Director, and program faculty by coordinating clinical education experiences, recruiting and maintaining clinical training sites and preceptors, facilitating student clinical placements, coordinating student onboarding and credentialing, supporting program events and outreach activities, and assisting with general program administration as needed. The Clinical Coordinator serves as a liaison between the program and its clinical partners and assists in maintaining records and documentation required for ARC-PA accreditation compliance.

Requirements

Associates degree and three years of related experience, or a bachelor’s degree
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, maintain positive interpersonal relationships, and work independently
Ability to operate office equipment
Ability to prioritize multiple demands in fast-paced work environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a high degree of accuracy, professionalism, and attention to detail.
Data entry and database management experience
Ability to travel locally and regionally for clinical site visits and recruitment activities
Must profess faith in Jesus Christ, possess a strong personal Christian commitment and be committed to the SNU mission to make Christlike disciples through higher education in a Christ centered community.
Must understand and embrace the biblical principle that all people are created in the image of God and should be treated with dignity and respect, including a belief in equal opportunity to work, contribute, and flourish without discrimination.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, business, education, or a related field
Higher education experience
Experience working in physician assistant education
Experience with clinical education management systems and/or compliance tracking software

Responsibilities

Promote the mission of SNU to all faculty, staff, students, and the community
Comply with university and program policies and procedures
Assist the Director of Clinical Education with the coordination of student clinical placements and rotation logistics
Maintain clinical site, preceptor, and student records, databases, and documentation
Assist the Director of Clinical Education with affiliation agreements and clinical contracts
Assist students with clinical onboarding, credentialing, and compliance requirements, including immunizations, certifications, background checks, drug screenings, and other site-specific requirements
Coordinate submission of required student documentation to clinical sites and monitor compliance with clinical education requirements
Assist with management of clinical education software and compliance tracking systems
Coordinate communication between students, faculty, preceptors, and clinical sites
Assist with preparation of reports and documentation required for accreditation, assessment, and program evaluation.
Schedule meetings, prepare agendas, and record meeting minutes as assigned.
Prepare lists, reports, forms, and documents as assigned by the Director of Clinical Education or Program Director
Assist with general administrative functions of the PA Program as needed
Support program operations and special projects as directed by the Director of Clinical Education or Program Director
Support the Director of Clinical Education in identifying, recruiting, and developing new clinical training sites and preceptors
Assist with establishment of, and maintaining relationships with healthcare organizations, hospitals, clinics, and community providers
Assist program faculty with the coordination of clinical site visits
Maintain records related to clinical site development and recruitment efforts
Coordinate preceptor onboarding activities
Assist with preceptor recognition and retention initiatives
Serve as a liaison between the program and clinical partners
Assist with planning, coordinating, and executing program events, including interview days, orientation, white coat ceremonies, graduation activities, faculty retreats, open houses, and other program-sponsored events.