Director of Clinical Education - SOM AA Master's Program
About The Position
Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service. Saint Louis University's Anesthesiologist Assistant Program seeks a part-time Director of Clinical Education (0.4 FTE) to coordinate and oversee clinical education activities for graduate students in the Master of Health Science in Anesthesiologist Assistant program. This position plays a vital role in ensuring high-quality clinical experiences and maintaining strong relationships with clinical partners and preceptors.
Requirements
- National Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assistants (NCCAA) certification in good standing
- Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience as a practicing Anesthesiologist Assistant
- Current Missouri state licensure or ability to obtain licensure
- Demonstrated proficiency with electronic learning management systems and database management
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders including students, faculty, and clinical partners
Nice To Haves
- Experience in clinical education, precepting, or academic teaching
- Prior experience with CORE ELMS or similar clinical evaluation platforms
- Knowledge of ARC-AA accreditation standards and processes
- Experience in curriculum development or assessment
- Familiarity with multiple anesthesia clinical settings and subspecialties
Responsibilities
- Clinical Rotation Management Coordinate and schedule all clinical rotations for students across multiple hospital sites and specialty areas with Program Director
- Develop and maintain clinical rotation schedules to ensure equitable learning experiences and compliance with program requirements
- Serve as liaison between the academic program and clinical sites
- Monitor student clinical assignments and make adjustments as needed to optimize learning opportunities
- Clinical Evaluation and Assessment Oversee clinical evaluation processes using CORE ELMS (Clinical Outcomes Registry Exchange Evaluation and Longitudinal Monitoring System)
- Train and support clinical preceptors in the use of CORE ELMS and evaluation methodologies
- Monitor student clinical performance through regular review of evaluations and competency assessments
- Identify students requiring additional support or remediation in clinical settings
- Analyze evaluation data to identify trends and opportunities for curriculum improvement
- Preceptor Relations and Development Recruit, onboard, and maintain relationships with clinical preceptors and supervising anesthesiologists
- Provide ongoing faculty development and support for clinical educators
- Conduct site visits to clinical partners to ensure quality educational experiences
- Address preceptor concerns and facilitate communication between clinical and academic faculty
- Compliance and Documentation Ensure compliance with ARC-AA accreditation standards for clinical education
- Maintain accurate records of clinical experiences, evaluations, and student competencies
- Prepare clinical education reports for program administration and accreditation purposes
- Oversee clinical affiliation agreements and documentation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Director
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
