Clinical Placement Coordinator, Physician Assistant Program (College of Health Sciences)

Posting Number

req20578

Department

Dept of Clinical Hlth Prof

Department Website Link

Location

University of Arizona Health Sciences

Address

Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

The University of Arizona College of Health Sciences invites applications for the position of Clinical Placement Coordinator within our developing Physician Assistant (PA) program. This critical role is part of our program team, dedicated to overseeing the clinical education components essential to the success of our PA students. You will be responsible for managing student placements, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards, and fostering relationships with clinical sites. This position is an opportunity to join a committed team of educators and healthcare professionals, contributing to a program that emphasizes innovative curriculum, diverse clinical experiences, and community engagement.

Unique Features of Our PA Program:

• Innovative Curriculum: Our program integrates the latest advancements in medical education and technology, ensuring that students are prepared for the future of healthcare.
• Diverse Clinical Rotations: Students benefit from a wide variety of clinical settings and specialties, gaining comprehensive experience in diverse healthcare environments.
• Community Engagement: We emphasize community service and engagement, preparing students to be leaders in healthcare and advocates for underserved populations.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Our program fosters collaboration across healthcare disciplines, promoting a team-based approach to patient care.
• State-of-the-Art Facilities: Our PA program is housed in modern facilities equipped with the latest medical technology, supporting both student learning and clinical practice.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

Duties & Responsibilities

Clinical Placement Coordination:

• Oversee and manage student and clinical faculty compliance for clinical placements, ensuring alignment with program goals and accreditation standards.
• Research and recommend new clinical sites to expand and diversify clinical rotation opportunities for students.
• Coordinate student placements at clinical sites, ensuring a match between student needs and site capabilities.
• Perform regular site visits to evaluate the quality of clinical education and maintain strong relationships with clinical partners.

Compliance and Documentation:

• Maintain and monitor compliance records for students and clinical sites, ensuring all necessary documentation meets accreditation and legal requirements.
• Collect and organize data related to clinical phase activities to ensure continued accreditation compliance and facilitate program improvements.
• Track completion of clinical site documentation, including affiliation agreements, and ensure all records are up-to-date and accurate.
• Ensure student compliance by managing the collection, verification, and uploading of immunization records and required documentation.

Communication and Liaison:

• Serve as a liaison between the PA program and clinical sites, facilitating effective communication regarding student placements and program requirements.
• Notify clinical sites of upcoming student rotations and ensure that all necessary preparations are made in advance.
• Communicate with students regarding any missing documentation or compliance issues to ensure a smooth clinical placement process.

Administrative Duties:

• Create and maintain confidential student demographic records, ensuring the security and accuracy of sensitive information.
• Coordinate and maintain records of end-of-rotation exams, ensuring alignment with accreditation requirements.
• Organize and schedule meetings and appointments related to clinical education, supporting the operational efficiency of the program.
• Manage the budget for clinical site fees, processing invoices, and tracking payments.

Program Support:

• Collaborate with clinical coordinators and clinical sites to handle placement requests and other programmatic needs.
• Review and compile evaluations of clinical placements, using feedback to drive continuous improvement.
• Participate in program team meetings to stay informed and contribute to program development.
• Order medical supplies for faculty and students, ensuring all clinical needs are met.
• Assist in the coordination of clinical courses to ensure a comprehensive and effective learning experience for students.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty, and clinical partners.
• Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Computer proficiency in MS Office, Outlook, Excel, and related software.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

FLSA

Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week

40

Job FTE

1.0

Work Calendar

Fiscal

Job Category

Academic Administration

Benefits Eligible

Yes – Full Benefits

Rate of Pay

$65,687 – $85,393

Compensation Type

salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade

9

Compensation Guidance

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity. The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Grade Range Minimum

$65687

Grade Range Midpoint

$85393

Grade Range Maximum

$105099

Career Stream and Level

PC2

Job Family

Academic Affairs

Job Function

Academic Administration

Type of criminal background check required:

Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies

1

Target Hire Date

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates

Karis Kellner | [email protected]

Open Date

9/13/2024

Open Until Filled

Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

Please note: If invited to interview, please be prepared to provide three (3) professional references.

Diversity Statement

At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

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