University of Utah
Clinical Placement Coordinator
University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Job Summary
Join our Student Affairs team at Utah's flagship College of Nursing at the University of Utah. As a Clinical Placement Coordinator, you will coordinate and schedule all clinical experiences for our Undergraduate Nursing Students as well as coordinate the required contracts. This position within the Student Affairs team is well-suited for a dynamic, self‑motivated, and collaborative individual. We are seeking a candidate with strong communication and organizational skills to coordinate program activities and ensure objectives are met. This position requires great attention to detail and a creative mind. This position will be interfacing with a large group of individuals, both inside and outside of the College, and must conduct themselves in a pleasant, helpful, and professional manner. This position does not entail direct patient contact but does require comfortability with online databases (CRMs). The ideal candidate will work independently, prioritize tasks effectively, and contribute to the diversity of viewpoints within our programs.
Benefits This position is eligible for university benefits including medical‑dental‑wellness coverage, an additional 14.2% of salary employer contribution to retirement (401a), paid leave, paid holidays, tuition assistance for employees and family, free UTA transport pass, and others. See details at:
https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/
Total Compensation Calculator Apply at:
https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/191025
Responsibilities
Coordinate and schedule clinical experiences for the students in the College of Nursing under the direction of the Director of Student Affairs & Academic Operations.
Maintain strong relationships with clinical partners, preceptors, clinical course faculty, and specialty track directors.
Utilize professional advising and guidance skills to assess diverse needs of students and provide appropriate advice related to planning and progression of clinical experiences leading to graduation.
Negotiate and implement contracts for academic‑clinical partners and provide oversight for all student clinical placements.
Contribute to and maintain databases of clinical rotation sites, student schedules, and preceptor information.
Troubleshoot related problems, and lead quality improvement activities and program redesign, as needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience), plus one year of directly related experience.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, analyze and make decisions related to program content.
Strong coordination and organizational skills required to prioritize conflicting deadlines.
Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences Experience with Exaat or other online applications/database systems would be helpful, though not required.
Special Instructions
Requisition Number: PRN43434B
Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: The initial few months of training will be 100% in office; after training there will be opportunity for some work from home as approved by the supervisor.
Department: 00984 - CON STUDENT SERVICES
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $50,000-$53,000
Close Date: 1/12/2026
Open Until Filled
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Benefits This position is eligible for university benefits including medical‑dental‑wellness coverage, an additional 14.2% of salary employer contribution to retirement (401a), paid leave, paid holidays, tuition assistance for employees and family, free UTA transport pass, and others. See details at:
https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/
Total Compensation Calculator Apply at:
https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/191025
Responsibilities
Coordinate and schedule clinical experiences for the students in the College of Nursing under the direction of the Director of Student Affairs & Academic Operations.
Maintain strong relationships with clinical partners, preceptors, clinical course faculty, and specialty track directors.
Utilize professional advising and guidance skills to assess diverse needs of students and provide appropriate advice related to planning and progression of clinical experiences leading to graduation.
Negotiate and implement contracts for academic‑clinical partners and provide oversight for all student clinical placements.
Contribute to and maintain databases of clinical rotation sites, student schedules, and preceptor information.
Troubleshoot related problems, and lead quality improvement activities and program redesign, as needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience), plus one year of directly related experience.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, analyze and make decisions related to program content.
Strong coordination and organizational skills required to prioritize conflicting deadlines.
Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences Experience with Exaat or other online applications/database systems would be helpful, though not required.
Special Instructions
Requisition Number: PRN43434B
Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: The initial few months of training will be 100% in office; after training there will be opportunity for some work from home as approved by the supervisor.
Department: 00984 - CON STUDENT SERVICES
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $50,000-$53,000
Close Date: 1/12/2026
Open Until Filled
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