Preceptor Recruitment Specialist - Austin, TX

University of Texas at Arlington; Arlington (TX); Remote; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Preceptor Recruitment Specialist to enhance clinical placements for nursing students. This role involves building and maintaining relationships with clinical sites, ensuring smooth operations, and supporting nursing practice students in their clinical journeys. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a background in direct sales or clinical placements. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to fostering educational excellence and making a meaningful impact in nursing education.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible work hours

Qualifications

• Experience in direct sales or clinical site placement is essential.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are a must.

Responsibilities

• Identify and recruit preceptors for nursing students.
• Maintain relationships with clinical partners and ensure placements.

Skills

Direct sales experience

Clinical site placement experience

Exceptional communication skills

Ability to work independently

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

Spreadsheets

Word-processing documents

Job description

Preceptor Recruitment Specialist - Austin, TX

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

Position Information

Posting Number: S06002P

Position Title: Preceptor Recruitment Specialist - Austin, TX

Department: Nursing - Graduate

Location: Austin

Job Family: Nursing

Position Status: Full-time

Work Hours: Standard

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm.

• Remote work and travel required (mileage reimbursement based on federal rates)
• One (1) year appointment with the possibility of renewal based on funding and performance.

Salary: Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $52,000.

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Job Summary: The Clinical Experience Coordinator II, must live or have strong professional relationships in the Austin/San Antonio area. Will work with the Graduate Department of Nursing to identify, secure, and sustain clinical placement sites and preceptors for students in all Nurse Practitioner specialty program tracks. Meets virtually and in-person with potential and existing clinical partner site staff. Completes detailed reports and effectively communicates with the Associate Chair of Clinical Education, Department of Graduate Nursing. Position requires travel to clinical sites within assigned geographic areas.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identify potential preceptors and engage for recruitment to serve as a Preceptor.
• Facilitates connections for Nursing Practice students.
• Focus on establishing relationships that guarantee consistent clinical placements, with a focus on areas that are especially challenging for placement, and specialties that are challenging (e.g., women’s health).
• Assist in relationship building and support established clinical partners.
• Routinely connects and follows up with sites for any operational or student concerns.
• Consistently conducts site visits to maintain and enhance relationships.
• Maintain detailed tracking of clinical partnership placements and potential future placements. Maintains tracking of communications and visits with sites and points of contact.
• Provides routine written reports and communicates effectively with the Associate Chair of Clinical Education.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Direct sales or clinical site placement experience
• Valid driver’s license
• Access to dependable vehicle on a regular basis

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in the healthcare setting
• Prior experience in academic/higher education setting

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be a self-starter and have the ability to work independently
• Working knowledge of spreadsheets and word-processing documents
• Ability to organize work efficiently
• Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal) and professional manner
• Working knowledge of clinical facilities

Other Requirements:

• Unofficial transcripts submitted upon application
• Official transcripts submitted for finalist

Working Conditions:

Special Conditions for Eligibility

CBC Requirement: It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

EEO Statement: It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington ( UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community.

University Information: The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people.

ADA Accommodations: The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.

Number of Vacancies: 1

Minimum Number of References Required: 3

Maximum Number of References Accepted: Not specified

Special Instructions to Applicants: Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

Requirement Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is the highest level of education attained?
  • GED
  • High School Diploma
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • PhD or equivalent
• * Are you willing to travel?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How many years of experience do you have working in higher education?
  • None/less than 1 year
  • 2 to 3 years
  • 4 to 5 years
  • 6 years or more
• * What is your skill level with direct sales or clinical site placement experience?
  • No skills/basic
  • Intermediate
  • Advanced
  • Proficient
• * This position is stationed in Austin. Are you willing to work in Austin?

  (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents:

• Resume or CV
• Cover/Interest Letter
• Transcripts

Optional Documents: