Assistant Director & Clinical Coordinator, Perfusion Program and Faculty Member
Emory Healthcare
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Posted: 06-May-22
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Salary: Open
Categories:
Executive
Internal Number: 90340
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
The Assistant Director and Clinical Coordinator is responsible for evaluating and assuring clinical education effectiveness. This clinical coordinator position will have teaching responsibilities and oversee all clinical aspects of the program in collaboration with the Program Director, including the development of relationships with clinical partners to provide excellence in cardiovascular perfusion education opportunities. This individual is in regular contact with clinical affiliates and oversees scheduling and monitoring of clinical activity requirements of the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion. Demonstrates proficiency in the use of instructional strategies and techniques and expertise in perfusion science based on best practices and evidence. Supports the mission and values of the School of Nursing and Emory University.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Masters degree from an accredited university/college
Graduation from an accredited perfusion program
Experience:
Certified perfusionist with 5 years of clinical experience
Licensed perfusionist in the State of Georgia
Minimum of 2 years experience as an instructor in accredited educational perfusion program
Proficiency in instructional methodology, curriculum design, program planning and counseling
Preferred Qualifications
PhD or DNP degree from an accredited university/college
Program Administration Duties
Ensure the program is compliant with the AC-PE Standards for Perfusion Education.
Monitor and retain data required for accreditation reports.
Implement the clinical portion of the program in accordance with the accreditation standards as defined by the CAAHEP and work with the Program Director to obtain initial programmatic accreditation.
Maintain clinical sites, coordinate clinical contracts, and obtain qualified preceptors at each clinical facility.
Maintain regular contact with clinical affiliates and oversee scheduling and monitoring of clinical activity as required by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion.
Serve on relevant School of Nursing, EHC and University committees as requested.
Develop and maintain program policies and update the program student handbook.
Collaborate with Admissions regarding recruitment of students, and monitor applications, admission, matriculation, progression, and graduation patterns of students.
Collaborate with the Office of Clinical Placement to oversee development of clinical sites and preceptors, evaluation of sites and preceptors, and liaisons with clinical partners.
Collaborate with other program directors across the School of Nursing and Emory University.
Support the Program Director in accomplishing the outcomes of the program related to planning, implementation, and evaluation of the program.
Work with the Program Director in course development.
Participate in the advisory committee for the program.
Serve as acting program director when designated by the Program Director.
Provide ongoing regular communication to the student body.
Complete proof of program completion, including specifics of courses and clinical hours.
Serve as resource for course faculty and students and assist in resolving student and faculty issues and concerns.
Attend Emory functions as requested, e.g. Open House, Admitted Students Day, Orientation activities, etc.
Attend graduation ceremonies.
Maintain certification by performing a minimum of 40 cardiopulmonary bypass procedures per year to meet recertification requirements
Maintain CE requirements for certification
Work with student research projects to facilitate journal submissions and maintain the visibility of the program on a national level
Present at national and local perfusion conferences to enhance the visibility of the Emory program
Job Related Skills:
Ability to support, instruct, manage, motivate, and evaluate students.
Skilled in the use of computers, internet resources, and MS Office software.
Ability to integrate technology into the teaching and learning process.
Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills with administration, clinical partners, faculty, staff and students.
Ability to represent the University and generate future partnerships. Strong decision-making skills.
As the only health network in Georgia that brings together a full range of hospitals, clinics and local practices, Emory Healthcare is committed to providing patients and families with better, more collaborative care for all of their medical needs. The Emory Healthcare Network encompasses teams of providers at our locations across Georgia, including Emory University Hospital, Emory University Hospital Midtown, Emory University Orthopaedics & Spine Hospital and the Wesley Woods Center; Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital and Emory Johns Creek Hospital; Emory Clinic; and the Emory Healthcare Network physicians, ranging from primary to specialty care providers. Through our integrated, collaborative care network, we are dedicated to providing the standard of care that our patients expect and deserve. Our researchers are discovering what’s next in medicine, and our physicians and care teams are putting that research to use to improve the health of our community today. From our experts at the Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University, the state’s ONLY National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center, to the specialists at our Orthopaedics & Spine Center and our network of hundreds of primary care physicians, our team is 17,000 strong and committed to the health of our community.
