ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION VACANCY
Title (Function): Assistant Director of Clinical Education, Bechtel Physician Assistant
Program
Department: Kinesiology
Reporting To: Director of Clinical Education
FLSA Status: Exempt
Compensation: $54,000.00-68,000.00. Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information!
Open Date: 06/12/2025
Close Date: 06/29/2025 11:59 PM MST
SECTION
I - OUR VALUES CULTIVATE OUR VISION AND CULTURE
At CMU, we believe
in acting from a foundation of goodwill. This belief gives us the courage to
form meaningful relationships, embark on joint endeavors and take risks in the
pursuit of new possibilities. It's this courage that enables the Mavily to explore
new ways of thinking and doing, knowing that there is no perfect solution, no
perfect idea.
From this place of humility and courage, we've built a culture of resilience.
We invest in the future by continuously adapting to change, overcoming
challenges, and seizing new opportunities. We recognize that change is
constant, and our resilience allows us to embrace it with confidence. Endless
curiosity drives us to approach the unexpected as if it were expected, seeing
opportunities for discovery and renewal in every challenge. In this community
rooted in love and dignity, curiosity thrives, leading to endless opportunities
for growth and advancement.
Inspired by the soul of the West-the spirit that our region embodies-we emerge
as a force for positive change, harnessing our collective power to build a
Human Scale University that reflects our values and brings to life our shared
vision of the world we aspire to create.
Colorado Mesa University Core Values
Love - Extending oneself for nurturing the growth of self and
others
Dignity - Respecting the intrinsic value of each person and
believing that others act from a foundation of goodwill
Courage - Taking risks in the pursuit of new possibilities
Humility - Suspending one's ego and pride to recognize that no idea
is perfect and being open to the input of others
Resiliency - Investing in the future by adapting to changes,
overcoming challenges and pursuing Opportunity
Curiosity - Cultivating awe and exploring the unknown
Power - The strength to act collaboratively with individual agency to
achieve our goals
SECTION
II - THE SEAT
At CMU, we look at
every position as a seat. Every seat is vital and the individual in the seat
contributes significantly to our mission of providing an affordable and
accessible education and forming meaningful and mutually enriching partnerships
that support the well-being and vibrancy of our community. As a human centric
organization, a priority is to ensure we have the "right seats" in our
organization, and that the expectations, ownership and accountabilities are
defined and communicated clearly for the success of the individuals holding the
seats.
OVERVIEW AND ROLE SCOPE OF TEAM AND/OR TASKS
The Assistant
Director of Clinical Education(ADCE), Master of Physician Assistant Studies will provide support and assistance in the
development and implementation of programmatic systems for clinical site
coordination and admissions. Reporting to the Director of Clinical Education
(DCE) , the Assistant Director will lead in establishing the administrative
process for clinical site correspondence, acquisition, and maintenance and
coordinate the program admissions process.
SECTION
III - OUR DESIRES FOR RIGHT FIT
For the success of
our mission and our teams, we desire to have individuals who are a "Right Fit"
in our seats. We define "Right Fit" as those who embrace our culture,
demonstrate our values, understand the seat and what is required. We seek
individuals who want this seat, desire to be a part of a bigger vision and have
the capacity to be a successful member of our CMU team.
CAPACITY REQUIREMENTS
Assist DCE in the scheduling of PA
student clinical rotations.
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Schedule and confirm clinical rotations with clinical sites/preceptors.
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Meet with students to assess clinical capabilities, goals, needs, or concerns.
- Communicate recruitment updates/needs to DCE and Graduate Clinical Coordinator.
Assist DCE in onboarding of PA
student clinical rotations.
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Verify clinical onboarding requirements and abide by onboarding protocols/deadlines from clinical sites.
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Document clinical site requirements in EXXAT.
- Communicate onboarding expectations and deadlines to students.
- Verify student documents and send student onboarding packets to clinical sites by established deadlines.
- Conduct scheduling and onboarding using My Clinical Exchange and EXXAT.
Serve as primary preceptor and
clinical education site recruiter.
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Develop and implement a recruitment strategy to attract preceptors and clinical education sites.
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Establish and maintain relationships with providers, healthcare facilities, clinics, and other relevant organizations to secure clinical placements.
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Conduct individual reach outs to preceptors to secure clinical placements as needed.
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Visit clinical sites for recruitment efforts and to ensure clinical rotations are meeting Program and Accreditation standards.
- Serve as liaison between Clinical Team and CMU Marketing and Public Affairs offices
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Assist in the development of policies and procedures related to preceptor recruitment and clinical education site management.
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Attend networking events (conferences, open houses, local/state/national organizations) as requested.
- Coordinate the purchase of recruitment supplies and materials for the Clinical Team.
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Conduct continuous analysis of recruitment strategies and methods for quality improvement planning.
- Manage alumni relations and the alumni directory.
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Assist in the maintenance of clinical contacts (site/personnel profiles) and credentialing documents in EXXAT database.
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Assist with planning and delivery of preceptor training, orientation, and recognition events.
- Develop educational materials for preceptors to enhance teaching.
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Provide interventions and individual support or feedback to preceptors as requested.
Student Support and Engagement:
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Advise students regarding clinical scheduling and placement preferences.
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Schedule and conduct student clinical site visits to assess progress toward meeting course requirements.
- Provide individualized support to students experiencing scheduling conflicts, personal hardships, or other barriers to clinical placement.
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Maintain documentation of student progress, concerns, and interventions related to clinical performance.
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Attend and support faculty with the planning of curricular events (student applicant interviews, student training or assessments, preceptor appreciation events, IPE events, CME, etc.
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Participate in Clinical Year Seminar sessions and planning as requested. Assist DCE in orientation of students on clinical learning systems (EXXAT, My Clinical Exchange) clinical policies, professionalism expectations, and individual site onboarding processes.
Other duties include but are not limited to:
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Solicit and communicate preceptor
concerns or questions to DCE in a timely manner.
- Annually research CDC
recommendations on vaccinations for healthcare professionals and communicate
needed changes to DCE for policy development.
- Assist DCE in strategic planning
meetings regarding logistical implementation of clinicals for students.
- Develop data collection tools for
program analysis and develop evaluation procedures for Clinical Team.
- Manage payment of Preceptors and
Clinical Adjunct Faculty benefits.
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE FOR RIGHT FIT
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Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
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At least two years of relevant experience in higher education or healthcare administration.
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Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.
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Strong verbal and written communication skills.
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Excellent computer skills including familiarity with MS Office and learning management software.
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Ability to work effectively as a member of a team and with students
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Earned (or in process of completing) Master's degree in health care administration, business, social work, counseling, or other healthcare related field is preferred.
Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential functions.
DISCLAIMER - This position description is only a summary of the typical
functions of this seat, and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and
areas of accountability.
DIRECT INQUIRIES
CONTACT: Daniel Millward, dmillward@coloradomesa.edu
HOW TO APPLY: Applicants will be
asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then
providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared
to upload a:
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Cover letter
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Resume
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Include the name,
phone number, email address and relationship of at least three professional
references who can attest to your ability to perform the job you are applying
for. Professional references should include at least one current or former
supervisor. Professional reference may also include current or former
employers, colleagues or other professionals who have first-hand knowledge and
can recommend you for employment.
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Copy of
transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social
security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading
the document. Official transcripts will be required upon hire)ABOUT
COLORADO MESA UNIVERSITY
A comprehensive
university in Grand Junction, Colorado Mesa University provides exceptional
educational opportunities on a state-of-the-art campus. As western Colorado's
largest university, CMU serves students on its main campus in Grand Junction,
its satellite campus in Montrose, its technical college, CMU Tech, and via
online offerings.
Colorado Mesa
University serves as the primary intellectual and cultural center of western
Colorado and promotes the exchange of ideas that are of regional, national, and
international importance. Founded in 1925, it is a dynamic university enrolling
10,000 students at the associate, baccalaureate, and graduate levels.
At the heart of
the CMU experience is an integrative and experiential approach to higher
education that encourages students to think differently and empowers them to
challenge assumptions. CMU brings students together with expert scholars and
thinkers from different disciplines to make connections between ideas and gain
the skills to solve the unstructured, complex problems they will encounter in
life. Our focus is on providing quality academic programs, built on a strong
liberal arts core that supports students' interests and regional employment
needs, as well as technical programs that respond to vocational workforce
demands.
The Grand Valley is
home to some of the best outdoor recreation in the state of Colorado and you
will not have to fight traffic and crowds to enjoy it. CMU is surrounded by the
Grand Mesa, Book Cliffs, and the Colorado National Monument. We have world-class
mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, rafting, and a mountain resort that's
less than 45 minutes from campus for skiing, snowboarding, and cross-country
skiing. Living and working in Grand Junction, you will be able to explore one
of Colorado's best kept secrets.
Colorado Mesa
University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working
with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment
to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students
within higher education.
Colorado Mesa
University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living
community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all
final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations
include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when
appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be able
to verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal
Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and
student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a
disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided
reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an
employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU
Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide
additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional
limitations and the type of accommodation needed.
Colorado Mesa University
Attn: Human Resources Office
1100 North Avenue
Grand Junction, CO 81501
970.248.1820
