Clinical Extern Program Coordinator

2 months ago


Oakville, Ontario, Canada Halton Healthcare Full time
Job Overview

Reporting to the Director of Professional Practice, the Clinical Extern Program Coordinator plays a crucial role within the healthcare team. This position is essential for the establishment and management of a robust Clinical Extern Program, which oversees Clinical Externs—students in fields such as nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and respiratory therapy—who serve as unregulated care providers.

The Coordinator is tasked with facilitating the deployment of the Clinical Extern Program across various hospital units, ensuring that Clinical Externs are effectively integrated into care settings in alignment with academic standards and institutional policies. This role involves close collaboration with clinical teams to support Clinical Externs in delivering high-quality, safe care to patients and their families, while upholding a commitment to enhancing the patient and family experience.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, implement, and assess a comprehensive Clinical Extern Program.
  • Assist in the recruitment, onboarding, orientation, and competency assessment of Clinical Externs.
  • Develop and deliver educational resources and training using diverse methods, ensuring teams are equipped to work with Clinical Externs.
  • Foster the integration of Clinical Externs at both the organizational and unit levels through collaboration with Professional Practice Clinicians, Patient Care Managers, Clinical Resource Nurses, and Team Leads.
  • Provide on-site support for the professional development of Clinical Externs across multiple hospital locations.
  • Engage in competency evaluation and performance management activities.
  • Participate in scheduling, data collection, and reporting tasks.
  • Collaborate with the student clinical placement program to ensure clarity and connection between externs and clinical students, optimizing healthcare human resources.

Qualifications:

  • Must be a regulated healthcare professional in good standing with their respective Professional College.
  • A minimum of three years of relevant healthcare experience is required.
  • Current certification in Basic Life Support from the Heart and Stroke Foundation is preferred.
  • Demonstrated passion for mentorship and adult learning principles, with prior experience as a preceptor or Clinical Instructor being advantageous.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across various leadership levels.
  • A patient and caregiver-focused approach with excellent communication skills for interacting with patients and families.
  • Proven ability to adapt to change, work independently, prioritize tasks, solve problems, and lead quality improvement initiatives.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, utilizing various creative methods to maintain connections across multiple sites.
  • Strong analytical and data management capabilities.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint.
  • High level of professionalism, discretion, and the ability to serve as a role model.
  • Ability to maintain impartiality, objectivity, and confidentiality, with an appreciation for diverse cultural and individual beliefs.
  • Evidence of commitment to continuous learning through ongoing educational pursuits.
  • Willingness to travel between various hospital sites as needed.


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