SUMMARYThe purpose of the Surgical Technology Clinical Coordinator is to ensure appropriate educational clinical experiences for the surgical technology students and availability of sufficient clinical slots/sites.
It is the responsibility of the Clinical Coordinator to prepare the students for their clinical experience with lab practice, classroom lectures and scheduling of physicals and clinical orientation for the clinical placement.
All Concorde associates are required to display professionalism and uphold Concorde’s Mission and the core values of respect for the individual, integrity, teamwork, customer service, and achievement.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESScheduling/Coordination of student clinical hours and assignmentsScheduling of clinical instructors at clinical sitesBi-weekly verification that students have met their clinical objectivesMaintenance of documented quarterly communications with all clinical affiliates, via clinical preplanning package, to relay important clinical information, (i.E.: upcoming schedule of clinical assignments, schedule changes, testing, documentation, etc.)Assist with pre‑clinical skills assessment, regular classroom and other instructional assignments.Identify and secure new clinical affiliates as required by the program.
Maintain existing clinical affiliate sites and slots available for clinical instruction at each siteInventory and procure equipment/supplies and assure readiness of the clinical laboratory.
Report all broken, defective or needed equipment to Program Director and the Academic Dean immediately and suggest remedyDocumented visits to all clinical sites on a regularly scheduled basis as approved by the Program DirectorAudits of student bi-weekly clinical evaluation forms to assure current and accurate recordsScoring of student’s oral examinations and case presentationsAttend selected local ST educational meetings and other appropriate Surgical Professional Society functions when not conflicting with school dutiesParticipate in all program graduation and pinning ceremoniesProcessing of students’ physical examination reports to assure complianceSolve clinical problems as they ariseAnticipate potential problems, plan and implement interventions to address each problem effectivelyDemonstrate effective communications employing verbal, written, and electronic modalitiesAssist the Program Director with any assigned projectsOther duties as assigned by the Program DirectorThe ST Clinical Coordinator is responsible for the following procedures:DailyStudent advisementUtilize CampusNexus to post comments on student advisementMonitor instructor assignments at each clinical site and daily attendance reportingProvide clinical site coverage as may be neededVerify that clinical instructors are at clinical sitesWeeklyCollect and assess clinical preceptor evaluations from all instructors on all studentsAudit clinical evaluations and other documentation for accuracy to determine appropriateness of clinical assignmentsMarketing calls for the purpose of obtaining new clinical sites/slotsWeekly clinical report documentation to Program DirectorAssess clinical documentation for completionMonitor clinical schedule to assure students are completing assignments in compliance with CAAHEP standardsPost any revisions of clinical instructor schedulesMonthlyVerification that students have met appropriate objectivesProcess student physical examination reports for completenessVisit and document visits to clinical sites for purpose of auditing instructors, observing students and meeting with Department DirectorsComplete clinical compliance reports, i.E.
assessments and actions plansAssure bi‑weekly clinical evaluations of student’s performance are current and properly documentedAssure student’s clinical assignments are current and everyone is aware of where students will beQuarterlyOpen letter to all clinical sites notifying designated supervisors of clinical assignment schedulesQuarterly goals and objectives to Program DirectorMake site visits for preceptor training and keep ” Preceptor Training Log” currentOngoingAssist in orientation of new students and admissions repsAssist in training of all new Surgical Technology facultyAssist in evaluating case presentationsAssist as needed with classroom instruction and preclinical lab and assigned assessment activitiesAccurately maintain the program clinical Injury Log with follow-up scheduled as appropriateMarketing visits for the purpose of obtaining new clinical sitesAssist Admissions Department in recruitment activitiesMaintain clinical site folders to include scheduling documents, student check‑off’s and hospital contractsAssure up‑to‑date list of clinical affiliates, clinical educators and their input activitiesAttend two advisory board meetings a yearComplete follow‑up Action Reports on all identified problemsKeep all clinical event schedules current on each class.
Maintain master clinical assignment boardTurn in completed student clinical folders at the end of each clinical termAssess all clinical evaluation forms, attendance records, and bi‑weekly grade reportsAssist with department management with assistance from Academic Dean in Program Director’s absenceAssist Program Director with any assigned projectSchedule student clinical assignments and rotationsAssist in pre‑clinical classroom and other instruction as assignedAnticipate, plan interventions, and clinical problemsSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITYThe Clinical Coordinator is responsible for the supervision of students at the clinical sites/laboratory.
The Surgical Technology Clinical Coordinator is responsible for the scheduling and supervising of clinical instructors, so that the clinical students are all seen as required by the program.The Clinical Coordinator must have knowledge of the surgical technology field and the clinical application of the classroom knowledge.
The Clinical Coordinator must have problem solving skills with critical thinking as a major component of his/her ability.
Organization and time management skills are required.
The knowledge of and skill with computer applications have become an essential component of performing the duties required of the Clinical Coordinator.EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION (updated 9.30.2020)Must be credentialed in the field of surgical technology through a national certification program that is accredited by the National Commission on Certifying Agencies (NCCA)Minimum of four years clinical experience in surgical technology with at least 3 years in the operating room scrub role within the last 5 yearsMinimum of an associate degree in surgical technology