Market Director, Clinical Education

Market Director, Clinical Education

Location: Framingham / Worcester, MA (Supporting 3 hospitals within the market)

Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire

Compensation: $125,000 – $170,000 annually

Position Overview

Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking an experienced Market Director, Clinical Education to lead and execute clinical education strategy across multiple acute care hospitals within a regional healthcare market. This leadership role is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating clinical education programs to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and to support high-quality patient care outcomes.

The Market Director serves as a strategic leader, mentor, and subject matter expert, overseeing clinical educators, staff development initiatives, competency programs, and educational compliance. This role collaborates closely with nursing leadership, medical staff, and hospital administration to promote clinical excellence, professional development, and regulatory readiness across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Education Leadership and Strategy

• Lead the execution of the clinical education strategic plan across multiple hospital facilities
• Plan, develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate clinical education programs across all disciplines
• Ensure clinical education programs align with organizational goals, regulatory standards, and evidence-based practices
• Serve as a subject matter expert on clinical education regulations, standards, and accreditation requirements

Staff Development and Clinical Competency Management

• Oversee ongoing staff development programs, competency assessments, and continuing education initiatives
• Identify, develop, and maintain competency programs, including high-risk and low-volume clinical skills
• Ensure competencies are reviewed and updated regularly to meet regulatory and clinical requirements
• Support professional development and continuing education opportunities for nursing and clinical staff

Leadership and Team Management

• Provide leadership, mentorship, and oversight to market and facility clinical educators
• Collaborate with hospital leadership, nursing directors, and interdisciplinary teams to support education initiatives
• Support performance improvement initiatives and organizational quality goals
• Promote a culture of continuous learning, clinical excellence, and staff engagement

Program Management and Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements
• Align education programs with organizational policies, accreditation standards, and best practices
• Participate in strategic planning related to clinical education and workforce development
• Conduct education needs assessments and develop targeted training programs

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement

• Partner with executive leadership, department directors, medical staff, and clinical teams
• Support initiatives that improve patient outcomes, staff performance, and patient satisfaction
• Collaborate with organizational leadership to ensure alignment with strategic initiatives

Required Qualifications

Education:

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) required
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of nursing experience in an acute care hospital setting
• Active clinical background with direct patient care experience
• Minimum 3 years of clinical leadership experience (Director, Assistant Director, or similar leadership role)
• Minimum 3 years of teaching, staff development, or clinical education experience
• Experience supporting education programs within a hospital or healthcare system

Licensure and Certifications:

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Massachusetts
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing clinical education across multiple facilities or healthcare systems
• Strong knowledge of healthcare regulatory and accreditation standards
• Experience leading competency programs, clinical training, and professional development initiatives
• Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and team development experience

Work Environment

• Onsite role supporting multiple hospitals within the Framingham / Worcester, MA market
• Acute care hospital and clinical environment
• Collaborative leadership environment with multidisciplinary teams

Why Work With Wheeler Staffing Partners

Wheeler Staffing Partners connects talented healthcare professionals with leading healthcare organizations committed to clinical excellence and professional growth. We serve as your advocate throughout the hiring process, providing personalized support, transparent communication, and access to exclusive leadership opportunities. Our goal is to help you advance your career while ensuring long-term success and alignment with your professional goals.