What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Clinical Placement Coordinator position at University of Utah Health Research?
Details
Open Date 01/08/2026
Requisition Number PRN43981B
Job Title Coordinator, Administrative Program
Working Title Student Clinical Placement Coordinator
Career Progression Track D
Track Level
FLSA Code Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
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.
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 00984 - CON STUDENT SERVICES
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $50,000-$53,000
Close Date 03/07/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
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.
The University of Utah College of Nursing provides for the comprehensive academic needs of the professions of Nursing and Gerontology. Serving over 700 Nursing and Gerontology students – the College offers Bachelor, Masters, Doctor of Nursing Practice and PhD degrees.
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**
Please apply at:https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/194634
Responsibilities
Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
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 are also required.
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.
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Open Date 01/08/2026
Requisition Number PRN43981B
Job Title Coordinator, Administrative Program
Working Title Student Clinical Placement Coordinator
Career Progression Track D
Track Level
FLSA Code Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
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.
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 00984 - CON STUDENT SERVICES
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $50,000-$53,000
Close Date 03/07/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
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.
The University of Utah College of Nursing provides for the comprehensive academic needs of the professions of Nursing and Gerontology. Serving over 700 Nursing and Gerontology students – the College offers Bachelor, Masters, Doctor of Nursing Practice and PhD degrees.
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**
Please apply at:https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/194634
Responsibilities
- Coordinates and schedules clinical experiences for the students in the College of Nursing under the direction of the Director of Student Affairs & Academic Operations.
- Coordinates and maintains strong relationships with clinical partners, preceptors, clinical course
- Utilizes professional advising and guidance skills to assess diverse needs of students and provides appropriate advice related to planning and progression of clinical experiences leading to graduation.
- Negotiates and implements contracts for academic-clinical partners and provides oversight for all student clinical placements
- Contributes to and maintains databases of clinical rotation sites, student schedules, and preceptor information.
- Troubleshoots related problems, and leads quality improvement activities and program redesign, as needed.
- Other duties as assigned
Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
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 are also required.
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.
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Salary : $50,000 - $53,000