Clinical Placement Coordinator

Student Clinical Placement Coordinator

Department: Communication Sciences and Disorders

Position Type: Administrative

Schedule: Full-Time (40 hours/week; some evening hours may be required)

Reports To: Chairperson/Program Director and Clinical Director, Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Chairperson/Program Director and the Clinical Director of the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, the Student Clinical Placement Coordinator is responsible for managing the external practicum and placement components of the Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) program, ensuring compliance with all relevant professional and academic standards. This role also includes clinical supervision responsibilities at the Ladge Speech and Hearing Center.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

• Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience

• Minimum of 3 years of administrative or management experience

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in clinical supervision

• Experience with clinical placement coordination in speech-language pathology preferred

• ASHA certification and New York State licensure in Speech-Language Pathology required

Required Skills

• Excellent organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills

• Strong attention to detail

• Outstanding written and oral communication abilities

• Proficiency in computer applications, including spreadsheets and databases

• Effective interpersonal and clinical supervisory skills

Primary Responsibilities

Clinical Placement Coordination

• Identify, recruit, develop, maintain, and evaluate as many adult and pediatric practicum sites and qualified preceptors as needed to support the number of students enrolled in the program.

• Maintain effective communication with faculty, clinical and administrative staff, university personnel, students, and site supervisors Establish and maintain clinical affiliation agreements and insurance documentation with external sites

• Maintain and update the External Supervisor Manual

• Meet regularly with students to provide guidance throughout the placement process and ensure appropriate site matches

• Coordinate external clinical seminars and practicum experiences in accordance with ASHA and New York State requirements

• Maintain an up-to-date database of external sites and supervisors

• Evaluate sites and supervisors for quality assurance and use feedback for program improvement

• Collect and analyze student feedback regarding clinical placements and share relevant data with department leadership

• Assist and monitor students in obtaining all pre-practicum credentials (e.g., health clearances, background checks, malpractice insurance) as required by placement sites

• Supervise student progress at external sites, ensuring compliance with hour and documentation requirements

• Oversee the TSSLD certification process for students

• Conduct site visits to assess quality of student experiences

• Coordinate remediation plans and supervise students in special clinical circumstances

• Resolve conflicts related to placement or supervision in a timely and professional manner

• Review and ensure accuracy and completeness of student clinical records

• Promote the program to potential new placement sites, including outreach and cold-calling initiatives

• Offer professional development opportunities to external supervisors, when available

Clinical Supervision And Clinical Administrative Duties

• Provide direct supervision of diagnostic and therapeutic services at the Ladge Speech and Hearing Center in accordance with ASHA, NYS, and internal guidelines

• Prepare and deliver midterm and final evaluations of graduate student clinicians and review performance with students and the Clinical Director

• Assist in the development and maintenance of the Academic and Clinical Handbooks

• Participate in accreditation activities and site visit preparations

• Contribute to outcome measurement initiatives and quality improvement efforts

• Maintain documentation and records in compliance with licensing and accreditation standards

• Assist with clinic scheduling and coordinate the onboarding of new clients as needed

• Perform other related responsibilities as assigned by the Chairperson or Clinical Director