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Cardiovascular Perfusion Program Director

The Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing is committed to attracting diverse world-class faculty to advance the School's mission to educate visionary nurse leaders and scholars, generate and apply knowledge, and transform nursing, health, and systems of health care within the local and global community. We are seeking applications for a Program Director to lead our Cardiovascular Perfusion Program. We invite applications from individuals with expertise in perfusion science, higher education teaching experience, and a strong record of program administration and leadership.

As an integral part of the Robert W. Woodruff Health Sciences Center of Emory University, the School of Nursing is a nationally ranked leader in nursing and health sciences education and practice. The School offers educational programs across the spectrum of nursing and health professions, including its Cardiovascular Perfusion Program. We provide a creative and energetic environment where program leadership can build a career with national impact, engaging in collaborative relationships with Emory's strong interdisciplinary initiatives in Cardiovascular Health, Data Science, and Omics and Genetics/Genomics, as well as with Emory Healthcare's cardiac surgery and perfusion services.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The Program Director is responsible for academic program development and oversight of all aspects of the Cardiovascular Perfusion Program. The Program Director must be responsible for the organization, administration, periodic review, continued development, and general effectiveness of the program. This individual must demonstrate proficiency in the use of instructional strategies and techniques and expertise in perfusion science based on best practices and evidence and support the mission and values of the School of Nursing and Emory University. Because of the program director’s key oversight of the Cardiovascular Perfusion Program, the position is based in Atlanta, Georgia and the candidate must reside in the Atlanta, Georgia vicinity before their start date.

Required Qualifications

Education:

• Master's degree from an accredited university/college
• Graduation from an accredited perfusion program

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years higher education teaching experience required in an accredited educational perfusion program
• Certified by the American Board of Clinical Perfusion (ABCP) with 5 years of clinical experience
• Licensed perfusionist in the State of Georgia or eligible for licensure such that it can be obtained within 3 months of employment
• Proficiency in instructional methodology, curriculum design, program planning and development

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD, EdD, or equivalent doctoral degree from an accredited university/college

Specific Program Director Responsibilities include:

Program Administration

Ensure the program is compliant with the AC-PE Standards for Perfusion Education

• Ensure the AC-PE Consensus Curriculum is incorporated into the Emory perfusion curriculum
• Monitor and retain data required for annual accreditation reports
• Provide leadership in management of the program through curriculum development, expert teaching and implementation of learning innovations that utilize technology, systematic evaluation and program planning
• Recruit the highest quality faculty and students, along with assisting in identifying and developing the financial resources needed to support these efforts
• Meet with advisory committee semi-annually or more frequently as required
• Serve on relevant School of Nursing, EHC and University committees as requested
• Collaborate with Associate Deans, Assistant Deans, Program Directors, Specialty Coordinators, and faculty in: coordinating evaluation plan implementation and achieving outcomes; developing schema for course offerings and schedules each semester; recommending faculty assignments related to the program by presenting program teaching needs and draft faculty assignments; and identifying programmatic needs for faculty recruitment
• Collaborate with faculty to create objectives/teaching strategies in all areas (e.g. classroom, simulation and clinical) to ensure high-priority topics and SDOH framework are explicitly in the curriculum
• Oversee didactic, simulation and clinical curriculum to ensure learner competency, quality and safety
• Develop and maintain program policies and update the program student handbook
• Review and approve the faculty's recommendations for course, curricula and program changes before submission to the Curriculum committee. Monitor policies and procedures and ensure uniform implementation by faculty
• Complete annual faculty evaluations
• Collaborate with Admissions regarding recruitment of and interviewing of students, and monitor applications, admission, matriculation, progression, and graduation patterns of students
• Collaborate with the Office of Clinical Placement to oversee development of clinical sites and preceptors, evaluation of sites and preceptors, and liaisons with clinical partners
• Collaborate with other program directors across the School of Nursing and Emory University
• Oversee student experience outcomes; ensuring students are treated with respect and dignity, engaging when necessary to positively influence relationships between faculty and students
• Provide ongoing regular communication to the student body
• Monitor and report performance of students on certification examinations
• Prepare and present reports on program outcomes to SON and EHC executive leadership
• Complete proof of program completion, including specifics of courses and clinical case counts
• Serve as resource for course faculty and students and assist in resolving student and faculty issues and concerns
• Attend Emory functions as requested, e.g. Open House, Admitted Students Day, Orientation activities, etc.
• Attend graduation ceremonies.
• Maintain certification and continuing education in accordance with the requirements of the Cardiovascular Perfusionist accrediting body (ABCP) and the Georgia Medical Composite Board, including minimum clinical cases
• Oversee student research and/or scholarly projects to facilitate journal submissions and maintain the visibility of the program on a national level
• Present at national and local perfusion conferences to enhance the visibility of the Emory program

Job Related Skills

• Ability to lead curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation
• Ability to instruct, manage, motivate, and evaluate students
• Skilled in the use of computers, internet resources, and MS Office software
• Ability to integrate technology into the teaching and learning process
• Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills with administration, clinical partners, faculty, staff, and students
• Ability to represent the University and generate future partnerships
• Strong decision-making skills

Apply online by providing current CV, cover letter describing specific interest, and contact information for three references.

For more information, please contact: For more information, please contact: Dr. Camille Brockett-Walker, Assistant Dean for Faculty Recruitment, Development, and Excellence <camille.brockett@emory.edu>

Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.

NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at accessibility@emory.edu or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.