Director of Education

Job Title: Director of Education

Salary Range: $100,000 - $125,000 annually with up to 25% bonus

Travel Requirements: Up to 50% with significant initial travel to align with hospital partners

Location: Primarily Kansas City with frequent travel to partner sites

Role Overview:

The Director of Education with our client is tasked with elevating the clinical and non-clinical training programs for healthcare professionals within hospitals, clinics, and ambulatory surgery centers. This strategic role requires a blend of clinical expertise and educational prowess to design, implement, and oversee training and development initiatives that enhance staff competencies and ensure high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Educational Program Development: Design and implement comprehensive training programs for new hires and ongoing staff development, focusing on both clinical and operational excellence.
• Skill Assessment and Enhancement: Conduct thorough assessments of staff skills and knowledge, providing tailored feedback and developing individualized learning plans to address gaps.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all training and educational activities comply with relevant healthcare regulations and standards, integrating best practices and evidence-based guidelines into curriculum development.
• Interdepartmental Collaboration: Work closely with senior leaders and other department heads to align educational strategies with organizational goals and patient care objectives.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree required; Masters degree in a relevant field strongly preferred.
• Certification: RN or CST required; CRCST preferred (must be obtained within 120 days of hire).
• Experience: Extensive experience in nursing, OR/SPD environments; proven leadership and educational role experience.

Skills:

• Leadership and Communication: Strong ability to lead and develop a diverse educational team, excellent communication skills for effective teaching and mentorship.
• Strategic Planning: Capable of developing strategic educational initiatives and managing comprehensive training programs.
• Analytical Skills: Proficient in assessing training needs and measuring program effectiveness.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with bonus potential
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Generous PTO and sick leave
• Retirement savings plan with employer match
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities

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