Director of Clinical Education, UT Health Austin

The University of Texas at Austin • Austin, UT

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About The Position

The Director of Clinical Education is responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing clinical education programs for nursing staff, Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), and allied health professionals. This role ensures the delivery of evidence-based training initiatives to enhance clinical competency, regulatory compliance, and patient care outcomes. The Director collaborates with organizational leaders to assess educational needs, develop scalable programs, and align education efforts with clinical best practices, regulatory standards, and organizational growth strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Education, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in clinical education or staff development within a healthcare setting.
• At least 3 years of leadership or management experience in clinical education.
• Proven expertise in developing and implementing clinical education programs aligned with compliance requirements and clinical best practices.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to mentor and motivate staff.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with clinical teams, leadership, and providers.
• Proficiency in instructional design, program evaluation, and competency assessment.
• Experience using educational tools, technologies, and learning management systems.
• Exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Education, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Education Program Development: Develop, implement, and oversee evidence-based training programs for clinical staff, including onboarding, competency validation, and professional development. Align education programs with organizational goals, regulatory standards, and industry best practices. Create standardized workflows and materials to ensure consistent and scalable training initiatives.
• Regulatory Compliance and Standards: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory, accreditation, and clinical standards to ensure compliance in all training programs. Ensure documentation of training and competency is accurate and prepared for audits and inspections. Support organizational readiness for regulatory reviews related to clinical education and competency validation.
• Collaboration and Needs Assessment: Collaborate with clinical and administrative leaders to assess and prioritize the educational needs of staff. Partner with providers and department leaders to integrate training initiatives into clinical workflows and address emerging challenges. Act as a liaison between clinical education and organizational leadership to ensure alignment with strategic priorities.
• Onboarding and Retention: Oversee onboarding programs to ensure smooth transitions for new clinical staff and alignment with organizational expectations. Design professional development opportunities to enhance staff engagement, career growth, and retention.
• Program Evaluation and Continuous Improvement: Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs using feedback, performance data, and competency assessments. Continuously refine educational offerings based on evaluation insights to improve outcomes. Track and report metrics related to training completion, clinical performance, and program success to leadership.
• Leadership and Team Management: Lead the clinical education team, including educators and support staff, ensuring high-quality delivery of education programs. Establish performance goals for the education team and provide regular feedback and coaching. Manage the clinical education budget, optimizing resources to meet organizational objectives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees