Clinical Education Coordinator, Physician Associate Program

Salary: $23.53 Hourly
Location : Missoula Mountain Campus
Job Type: Hourly Staff Full-time
Job Number: 202400609
Department: College of Health, University of Montana
Opening Date: 03/03/2026
FLSA: Determined by Position


Description
The College of Health invites applications for a Clinical Education Coordinator to support its developing Physician Associate (PA) Program. The Clinical Education Coordinator assumes a key role in establishing partnerships between the PA program and clinical facilities for the purpose of securing quality clinical placements for the training of all PA students.

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with program leadership and faculty to develop and maintain the master clinical calendar.

• Manage student credentialing, health, and safety compliance for clinical placements.
• Coordinate faculty and student orientation to clinical sites and oversee placement operations.
• Maintain affiliation agreements and records, including preceptor licensure and certification.
• Address and manage student, faculty, and preceptor clinical placement concerns.
• Support clinical placement analysis, accreditation activities, and coordination of on-campus clinical call-back weeks.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree and three (3) years of administrative experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (e.g., SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook), as well as the ability to stay current with emerging office technologies.
• Ability to develop spreadsheets with software applications and programs.
• Proficient with online meeting platforms (e.g., Zoom and/or other).
• Possess knowledge of correct business practices, correspondence, and typing formats, including grammar, composition, spelling, and punctuation.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic, including fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Strong customer service skills, organizational skills, and excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend regulations, procedures, and policies and apply them to specific situations.
• The ability to work independently or as a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree

Additional Information
Position Number:064020

Compensation Title: Public Education Coordinator

Union: FOCUS-MFPE
Work Schedule: Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, 12 months/year.


Probationary Period: Six (6) months minimum


Benefits Include : Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program
Screening of applications will begin after the closing date of May 3, 2026; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
A complete application includes:

1. Letter of Interest - addressing your qualifications and experience related to the stated required skills for the position. A general letter salutation such as "Dear Search Committee" or "Dear Hiring Manager" is acceptable.
2. Detailed Resume - listing education and describing work experience
3. Three (3) Professional References - names and contact information

Must be eligible to work in the United States upon hire. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
The University of Montana is interested in receiving applications from people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action : Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of "mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.
The Affiliation of the University of Montana (UM Affiliation) is an equal opportunity employer. UM Affiliation does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of protected class status as described in UM's non-discrimination policy and any applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. Qualified candidates may request veterans' or disabilities preference in accordance with state law.

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the offer of employment. In accordance with university regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.

References: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. UM partners with SkillSurvey for reference checking. Applicants may receive emails from SkillSurvey to submit reference information.


Testing: Individual hiring departments within the UM Affiliation may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions.

Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM and all affiliated campuses, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9). The University of Montana will require proof of authorization to work in the United States before final hiring. Due to the September 19, 2025 Presidential Proclamation and related guidance from USCIS and the Department of State, the University may be limited in its ability to offer H-1B sponsorship. At this time, we are unable to sponsor new H-1B visas that require payment of the additional fee introduced by the Proclamation.
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