Surgical Technology Coordinator of Clinical Education

LASELL UNIVERSITY•Newton, MA

5d•$70,000 - $72,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Lasell University seeks a qualified and experienced Clinical Coordinator for its ARC/STSA CAAHEP accredited Surgical Technology Program. The Clinical Coordinator is responsible for the planning, development, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of the clinical education component of the program in accordance with CAAHEP Standards and ARC/STSA requirements. This is a 12-month academic administer position that reports to the Surgical Technology Program Director. The Clinical Coordinator works closely with the Program Director, faculty, and clinical affiliates to ensure students receive consistent high-quality, competency-based clinical experiences that prepare them for entry-level surgical technologist practice and national certification (NBSTSA).

Requirements

Associate degree, Bachelor’s degree preferred
Hold current certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)
Minimum of 3 years experience as a surgical technologist, including: Current or recent clinical practice
Have documented experience in instructional or clinical education as a: Clinical preceptor, Lab instructor, Teaching experience as an adjunct or instructor for an accredited program
Knowledge of CAAHEP Standards and ARC/STSA accreditation related to: Clinical education, Student supervision and evaluation, Clinical case requirements and competency tracking
Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Surgical Technology, Health Sciences, or related field
Prior experience as a Clinical Coordinator or preceptor in an accredited program
Familiarity with clinical tracking systems and simulation-based education
Strong network of clinical contacts within surgical settings

Responsibilities

Planning, organizing, coordinating, and evaluating all clinical education activities
Ensuring all clinical education components meet CAAHEP Standards and ARC/STSA Guidelines
Developing a structured clinical education plan aligned with required competencies and case requirements
Establish and maintain clinical affiliation agreements
Ensure clinical sites provide: Adequate case volume and procedural diversity, Exposure to required surgical specialties
Conduct regular clinical site visits and evaluations
Ensure clinical environments meet educational and safety standards
Identify, orient, and evaluate clinical preceptors and instructors
Ensure preceptors: Hold appropriate credentials (e.g., CST), Are qualified to supervise students
Provide training and ongoing support to clinical instructors
Maintain documentation of: Preceptor qualifications, Orientation and performance
Coordinate student clinical assignments and rotation schedules
Ensure students are: Properly supervised, Progressing appropriately through increasing levels of responsibility
Monitor student attendance, professionalism, and performance in clinical settings
Ensure students complete required clinical competencies and surgical case logs per ARC/STSA standards
Develop and maintain valid and reliable evaluation tools
Use of technology to track student progress including : Case numbers, Skill competency achievement
Collaborate with faculty and preceptors to ensure consistent evaluation of student clinical performance
Provide feedback and intervene when students are at risk
Advise students on: Clinical expectations, Professional behavior, Certification readiness
Collect and analyze clinical education data to support: Programmatic outcomes (graduation, certification, placement)
Participate in continuous quality improvement processes
Support Program Director with: Accreditation reporting, Annual outcomes submissions
Work closely with the Program Director to ensure: Alignment between didactic, lab, and clinical instruction, Compliance with accreditation standards
Participate in advisory committee meetings and program evaluation activities
Maintain accurate and organized records, including: Clinical schedules, Student evaluations, Case logs and competency tracking, Affiliation agreements
Ensure documentation supports CAAHEP/ARC-STSA accreditation reviews and site visits
Teach didactic, laboratory, and/or clinical courses as assigned (minimum of 1 course per semester: Fall, Spring, and Summer).