"Director of Clinical Education - SOM AA Master's Program"

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.

Key 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

Required Qualifications:
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

Preferred Qualifications:
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

Position Details:
FTE: 0.4 (part-time) on site
Reports to: Program Director, Anesthesiologist Assistant Program
Location: Saint Louis University School of Medicine