Clinical Placement Specialist

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POSITION PURPOSE

The Clinical Placement Specialist is responsible for arranging, coordinating, and managing clinical, fieldwork, and internship experiences across all Health Science programs, including but not limited to: Dental Assisting, Medical Assisting, Paramedic, Medical Laboratory Technology, Phlebotomy, Surgical Technology, Respiratory Therapy, and Nursing. This work is conducted in collaboration with program directors and faculty, ensuring placements meet educational and accreditation requirements while fostering strong partnerships with healthcare facilities across Minnesota.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND RESULTS

Clinical & Internship Site Coordination

• Identify, negotiate, and secure clinical, fieldwork, and internship placements that meet accreditation and curricular needs.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the college and healthcare partners, including acute care, long-term care, clinics, laboratories, public health agencies, and EMS providers.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with site representatives to ensure long-term, sustainable partnerships.
• Prepare, update, and manage contracts with multiple healthcare organizations in collaboration with system/legal offices.
• Monitor site availability, eligibility requirements, and timelines across multiple programs.

Student Placement Processes

• Coordinate placement requests through systems such as Clinician Nexus or program-specific portals.
• Develop and maintain a centralized database of clinical/internship sites, including site requirements, preceptor qualifications, and student placement history.
• Collaborate with program directors and faculty to match students with appropriate placements based on course requirements and site capacity.
• Communicate placement details (dates, orientation, expectations, site rules, etc.) clearly to faculty and students.
• Support onboarding processes, ensuring compliance with site-specific requirements such as background studies, health and safety checks, confidentiality, and EMR training.

Compliance & Eligibility Tracking

• Oversee documentation of student eligibility requirements across programs, including immunizations, background checks, CPR, licensure/certifications, and other program-specific criteria.
• Ensure compliance with institutional, state, accrediting body, and site requirements prior to placement.
• Provide clear communication to students and faculty regarding compliance status and deadlines.
• Coordinate resolution when students fall out of compliance, ensuring timely re-establishment of eligibility.

Additional Duties

• Provide data, reports, and feedback for accreditation, site visits, and program review.
• Assist with evaluation of site quality through faculty, student, and partner feedback.
• Participate in advisory board meetings, clinical agency meetings, and community/industry partnership events as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support clinical and internship coordination across Health Sciences.

Salary Range:

$53,599 - $77,799

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Minimum Qualifications

• One year of experience in healthcare, education, human services, or related field. A Bachelor's degree may substitute for 12 months of experience and Associate's degree may substitute for 6 months of experience.
• Demonstrated ability to build partnerships and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Strong Organizational skills with experience in database or tracking systems
• Valid MN driver's license and ability to travel to clinical sites

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in healthcare, education, or related field.
• Experience working with clinical or internship placement
• Familiarity with accreditation requirements across health science programs
• Experience with contracts and/or placement systems
• Demonstrated success in supporting diverse student populations

Other Requirements

• South Central College is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

• In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (Minnesota State) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State's Vehicle use criteria and consent to Motor Vehicle Records check.

About

South Central College is a comprehensive community and technical college that is part of the Minnesota State system, with campuses in Faribault and North Mankato. To meet the educational needs of students and our communities, SCC provides lifelong learning opportunities.

SCC is committed to fostering a campus environment of inclusion, knowledge, and understanding in which faculty, staff, and students learn to value diversity and to respect individual differences that enrich our college community.

To learn more about South Central College visit: https://southcentral.edu

Why Work For Us?

We are a passionate and talented community of educators, staff, and students who are driven to succeed and are looking to grow our talented team with the addition of a positive and motivated team member! Visit our website at www.southcentral.edu.

This position is covered under the MAPE contract. Please view the collective bargaining agreement for more details:https://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor/mape.jsp

Application

Please apply online asONLYonline applications will be considered. We are now accepting applications for review. South Central College requires that you include the following in your application:

* Resume/Curriculum Vitae which clearly addresses the requirements of the po

SCC is an affirmative action, equal opportunity educator and employer. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. This document is available in alternative formats to individuals with disabilities, consumers with hearing or speech disabilities may contact us via their preferred Telecommunications Relay Service.

Benefits Information

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($150 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Contact

Questions regarding this posting, please contact Stephanie Gates, HR Business Partner - anna.schonborn@southcentral.edu or 507-389-7292 by the posting close date.

If you would like to request an accommodation as part of the application process, please contact Brian Tiegs at brian.tiegs@southcentral.edu

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

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